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moan

[mohn] / moʊn /
NOUN
groan, complaint
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Fennell begins on a black screen and the sound of creaks and moans.

From Los Angeles Times

Even Star moaned when the Dragon roared, and when he stroked her neck to calm her, he would feel the nerves jumping under her long, soft wool.

From Literature

Nothing, not even Freddy and Teddy moaning and groaning as they filed off the bus, could put a damper on today.

From Literature

“Ohhhhhhh, ohhhhhh,” they moaned as the wind and their branches danced together in mourning, and their leaves waved good-bye to the spirits of their friends.

From Literature

He added: "As farmers we've always moaned about the weather, but these extremes are a real challenge."

From BBC