moaner

Example Sentences

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“Why not? I’m really lucky to do a relatively easy job. I’m not a moaner, and so if I’m going to work, I have to have a good time.”

From The Guardian • Aug. 26, 2018

She is a moaner and a grumbler and a snappy comeback queen, but she is also a devoted daughter, a loving friend, an adoring wife.

From New York Times • Nov. 25, 2015

"This is quite different from moaning subjectively about programmes. "I am afraid Mr Tebbit has acquired a reputation with some broadcasters as simply a moaner.

From BBC • Jul. 15, 2015

He could be a reactionary and a bit of a moaner, often unable to hide his displeasure at a faulty bowling technique, though praise was also willingly given.

From The Guardian • Apr. 5, 2010

“Yes, a number of times——” “Then, if the moaner did not die before, Nora, what makes you think the present attack would be fatal?”

From The Girl Scouts at Rocky Ledge Nora's Real Vacation by Garis, Lilian