Bustle and Repose

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Bustle noun - A state of noisy, confused activity.

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Repose is an antonym for bustle.

Nearby Words: bustling, bustled, bustler

Repose noun - A state of freedom from storm or disturbance.

Usage example: enjoyed the repose of a serene summer evening

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Bustle is an antonym for repose.

Nearby Words: reposing, reposeful, reposed

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