a (hive|beehive) of (activity|industry)
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a place where many people are very busy
The phrase "a hive of activity" is believed to have originated in the early 19th century and is a reference to the frenzied activity of bees in a beehive. It is used to describe a place or situation where there is a lot of activity, energy, and movement and can be used to describe a busy workplace, a bustling city, or any situation where there is a lot of action and movement.
- The airport terminal was a beehive of activity as travelers hurried to catch their flights.
- The factory floor was a hive of industry, with workers rushing to meet their production targets.
- The newsroom was a hive of activity as reporters rushed to get their stories out before the deadline.
- The park was a beehive of industry on the weekend, with families playing, dogs running around, and people having picnics.