muttering
Example Sentences
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Later, as the King closed out his speech, one of his final lines prompted some muttering – of both agreement and concern – from the Democratic side.
From BBC • Apr. 28, 2026
On Tuesday, cameras caught Rushing muttering something after looking back at the Giants’ Jung Hoo Lee, who was in discomfort after an awkward slide at home plate.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 23, 2026
He wants to know why she’s unhappy; the audience will be muttering, “Get a clue.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 3, 2026
"It was badly received. There was a lot of muttering below the decks," Commander David Allsop said at the time.
From BBC • Jan. 29, 2026
He spoke loudly enough that the whole classroom was suddenly muttering, “America-gaeri!”
From "A Place to Belong" by Cynthia Kadohata
