whimpering

Example Sentences

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“I think if the dog came out alive, one of them has to be alive as well,” Fajardo said, as Yogi sat next to her whimpering.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 28, 2026

She was crying quietly while we talked, one of those whimpering meltdowns that kids have without actually screaming.

From Slate • Nov. 5, 2025

One video, which has had millions of views, shows the mysterious figure appearing from behind a mirror to whimpering children.

From BBC • Mar. 2, 2024

A whimpering Kerry begs to be allowed upstairs to gather her things.

From Salon • Apr. 17, 2023

But listening to the whimpering near her ear, and feeling her brother’s warm breath on her cheek, mostly, mostly, she just wanted to outlive Akira, so he would never be alone.

From "A Place to Belong" by Cynthia Kadohata