moaning

Example Sentences

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But while Mother Russia’s not involved, you can almost hear her fatalistically moaning, “Just don’t bother!”

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 26, 2026

"You will get people moaning because they see it as something different," former Bristol City and Swansea striker Lee Trundle told BBC Sport.

From BBC • Jan. 19, 2026

She admits it is a "challenge" but - mindful of the financial rewards the sport provides - thinks it is not a good look to see top players "moaning about the calendar".

From BBC • Dec. 2, 2025

The six armed federal agents loomed around their detained suspect, Carlitos Ricardo Parias, who was handcuffed and sitting on the sidewalk, moaning as he held his right leg.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 31, 2025

I heard a voice moaning and it was mine and the sound was terrifying, for I had not meant to speak.

From "Nectar in a Sieve" by Kamala Markandaya