Machines hummed with contentment.

Meaning: This means that the machines were working well and were happy.

Choice of Words: Machines are devices that use energy to perform a task. Hummed means to make a low, continuous sound. Contentment refers to a state of satisfaction and happiness.

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The machines were buzzing with delight.

Meaning: This sentence is also describing machines that are happy and excited. It's like saying, The machines were so happy, they were practically singing!

Choice of Words: Buzzing means to make a low, continuous sound, like a bee or a fan. Delight means great happiness or joy. When you put them together, "The machines were buzzing with delight" means that the machines were making a happy, excited sound.

The machines whirred with pleasure.

Meaning: This sentence is still describing machines that are happy. It's like saying, The machines were so happy, they couldn't help but make a little noise.

Choice of Words: Whirred means to make a low, continuous sound, like a fan or a motor. Pleasure means happiness or enjoyment. When you put them together, "The machines whirred with pleasure" means that the machines were making a happy, contented sound.

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