grumble

Example Sentences

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Other locals grumble that the construction has made Asir’s most beautiful areas off-limits, and that the focus on luxury will change the freewheeling character of the region.

From Los Angeles Times

He grumbles that it’s hard to open up to someone who can already “divine your secrets at a glance.”

From Los Angeles Times

Humans have glorious ways of vocalizing discontent: We grumble, grouse, gripe, groan, moan.

From New York Times

"Insurers are very good at knowing when they can deny a claim and patients will grumble but still write a check," Howrigon said.

From Salon

Critics have grumbled for decades that the style is “antiseptic” and “restrictive,” but there have been few major galleries willing to abandon the industry standard.

From New York Times