grumbling

Example Sentences

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Leto’s grumbling Brit-inflected baritone is an unrecognizable concoction of trilled r’s and plummy vowels — and the best performance he’s done in years.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026

Back on Tasman Drive, tourists excitedly posed for pictures next to a speed bump sign as a grumbling resident glared at them.

From Barron's • Apr. 30, 2026

Since we eliminated gimme putts toward team scores, everyone is much happier, with less grumbling about outcomes.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026

Macron also weighed in the president’s grumbling about leaving NATO.

From Salon • Apr. 2, 2026

“And now, my dear,” said Mae, “if you don’t make a wish, I shall make one for you. My stomach is grumbling, and the candle’s down to a nub.”

From "Willodeen" by Katherine Applegate