having a lot to do; perhaps not free to do something else because you are working on something

giving all your attention and effort to a particular activity

James is busy practising for the school concert.

They were busy enjoying themselves at the party.

Let's get busy with the clearing up.

I have a very busy schedule.

This is one of the busiest times of the year for the department.

We've got a busy week ahead of us.

Things are getting really busy now.

The place gets very busy at lunchtimes.

We have to cross a busy main road to get to school.

Victoria is one of London's busiest stations.

The line is busy—I'll try again later.

This wallpaper is too busy for the bedroom.

to fill your time doing an activity or a task

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