whined

Example Sentences

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After that experience, she whined about how the contest was rigged.

From Slate • Oct. 11, 2025

"I’ve never done anything harmful," Musk whined, alleging he's the victim of a shadowy conspiracy of "larger forces at work."

From Salon • Mar. 20, 2025

This would be the ruin of the NBA, or so the critics whined.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 17, 2025

Certain visitors whined, whinged and wept, especially as they approached the exit.

From New York Times • Apr. 1, 2024

“Uncle, I told you to wake me up,” he whined, jogging alongside us to speak.

From "The Marrow Thieves" by Cherie Dimaline