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grouchy

[grou-chee] / ˈgraʊ tʃi /


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More forms and records gathered sooner means fewer terse emails from your grouchy accountant — and less time waiting for your refund.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 17, 2026

That Utah rideshare driver, however, was justifiable more grouchy.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 30, 2026

The heroine is a grouchy, 73-year-old retired lawyer at odds with her daughter and her garden club.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 8, 2025

The grouchy tabby gets another big-screen adaptation, this time following an unexpected reunion with his father.

From New York Times • May 24, 2024

“You’re pretty grouchy this morning,” said his wife.

From "Ruby Holler" by Sharon Creech