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whine

[hwahyn, wahyn] / ʰwaɪn, waɪn /




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People can whine all they want, but math doesn’t lie.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 4, 2026

Their opponents always whine about that, and Reaves even stayed on the court after Thursday’s final buzzer to vent to the referees about that, but just … don’t.

From Los Angeles Times • May 8, 2026

Katie Miller can whine all she wants, but I have a feeling the kids aren’t listening.

From Salon • Apr. 20, 2026

While I’m sure that I’m not alone in feeling this way, I know that my family and friends are sick of hearing me whine about it.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 6, 2026

“But it’s Amy’s house. They live across the street. You know them,” I said, trying not to whine.

From "Proud" by Ibtihaj Muhammad




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