whiny

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Whiny Dawson from Dawson’s Creek? – she does seem to epitomise a particular type, from a specific era of television, who is mostly female.

From The Guardian • Jan. 13, 2018

Whiny brides-to-be with Buckingham Palace delusions called in asking for permission to put entire ­weddings on zero-percent ­introductory interest credit cards.

From Washington Post • Mar. 27, 2015

Whiny actors agitate to get their lines increased or improved, producers tinker with the show’s integrity to improve ratings, and relationships, like the one Victor pursues with the show’s art director, are hopelessly arbitrary.

From Washington Post • Jan. 11, 2015

Whiny vocals and cutesy lyrics don't help matters.

From Chicago Tribune • Aug. 4, 2012

Whiny old country music murmured out of the speakers.

From "The Honest Truth" by Dan Gemeinhart