mumble

Example Sentences

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In my rare visits to modern art museums, I mumble: “This piece represents an indictment of societal norms.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 18, 2026

“Never heard that before,” he said, because mumble, mumble, George-Washington-and-the-Sound-of-History roaring in his ears.

From Slate • May 28, 2024

"I was in so much pain I couldn't talk, only mumble," she added.

From BBC • Apr. 19, 2024

A lot of trap and mumble rap — their version of punk, which I’m not supposed to understand, let alone like.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2023

“It’s sweet,” I mumble, chewing, swallowing while everyone watches.

From "Black Brother, Black Brother" by Jewell Parker Rhodes