- present participle of mutter.
muttering
Example Sentences
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You can almost imagine Palace officials rolling their eyes and muttering, "Nightmare".
From BBC ● Jul. 4, 2026
On Tuesday, cameras caught Rushing muttering something after looking back at the Giants’ Jung Hoo Lee, who was in discomfort after an awkward slide at home plate.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 23, 2026
That approach contrasts with reports of tension under Alonso, with Vinicius muttering "I'm going to leave this team" after being substituted in October's Clasico.
From BBC ● Mar. 29, 2026
Outside the Capitol, I kept walking and muttering to myself.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 24, 2026
After dropping his box, Julio, who was still muttering under his breath, picked up Paishon’s rifle before heading back down the trail.
From "Death on the River of Doubt" by Samantha Seiple
