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Hum

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Background Noise

Used for steady sounds from objects or environments, not people.

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The fridge began to hum, unnoticed.
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Atmosphere Creation

Sets a scene by implying a place is functioning or habitable.

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Her new coffee shop hummed invitingly.
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