grouse
Example Sentences
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It’s not just grousing that these agencies sometimes deliver lawmakers bad news.
Humans have glorious ways of vocalizing discontent: We grumble, grouse, gripe, groan, moan.
From New York Times
And now, with nostalgia permeating nearly every aspect of contemporary pop culture, most of our lingering suspicions over rock-and-roll reunions tend to sound like vestigial grousing.
From Washington Post
Industry experts said the new fees may spark grousing from some Disney fans, but charging extra for a better experience is a growing trend in the theme park business.
From Los Angeles Times
Privately, though, moderates grouse that there may be votes to gain among Republicans, given the fact that 19 GOP lawmakers joined with Democrats in the Senate in passing the infrastructure bill this week.
From Washington Post
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