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grumbling

ADJECTIVE
discontented
Synonyms
Antonyms
STRONG


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But the move risks alienating customers who already may be grumbling about the complex array of ticket options when it comes time to book a flight.

From MarketWatch Aug. 13, 2026

For all the grumbling and negative news, AI is making strides in the business world. surveys of CIOs and CEOs consistently show that companies plan to spend more on AI this year and next.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 7, 2026

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

Everyone is grumbling about what the effect will be on traffic, and that - along with safety concerns - is keeping some people home on both sides of the political divide.

From BBC May 1, 2026

In the house, she could hear Phyllida grumbling to the housekeeper.

From "American Gods" by Neil Gaiman




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