grouch
Example Sentences
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I guess the grouches can let a meh day in the team combined or an 11th place in the giant slalom spoil their vibe, but Mikaela Shiffrin is restored as an Olympic champion.
But now that he’s gone, the hoodie-wearing coach even poked fun at his reputation as a grouch.
From Seattle Times
Though he became most celebrated for his endearing grouches, Alan Arkin was a versatile performer, equally capable of drama or comedy, with an idiosyncratic knack for combining the two.
From Los Angeles Times
And there will be no Oscar for this grouch.
From Washington Post
Beyond all the knowledge and talent, beyond the frequent smiles and occasional grouching, David was a guy who really cared.
From Seattle Times
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