groaned

Example Sentences

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Some investors privately groaned over what they saw as a frustrating lack of disclosure from the company for such a monumental decision.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026

The PGA Tour groaned about fighting an asymmetrical war against a rival with a bottomless wallet.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

“He’s coming,” the children cried, when the bus groaned to a halt at 9:35 p.m.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 20, 2025

From witness accounts, we already knew that he groaned for roughly 45 seconds and continued to breathe for around 80 seconds.

From Slate • May 12, 2025

He fumbled for his food pouch -and groaned in disgust.

From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver