humming

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A sharp fall in China’s crude oil imports during the Iran war has been instrumental in holding down oil prices and keeping the global economy humming.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

She’s a very strong woman, and I honestly couldn’t believe how she memorized the song and kept humming it and recorded it so quickly.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026

In any case, he’s now humming a different tune.

From MarketWatch • May 26, 2026

Furner has said he aims to keep Walmart’s years of sales growth humming with ever-faster online delivery, wider online selection and continuous store and supply-chain improvements, along with new revenue streams such as advertising.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

I look at the freezer humming in the corner of the office, and Dad’s mantra comes to mind.

From "The Manifestor Prophecy" by Angie Thomas