muttering
Example Sentences
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When coders everywhere start muttering to their AI minions.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 10, 2026
Later, as the King closed out his speech, one of his final lines prompted some muttering – of both agreement and concern – from the Democratic side.
From BBC • Apr. 28, 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
If you’ve caught yourself muttering Carlton Fisk wouldn’t have given anyone a fist bump, then Raleigh’s snub probably makes your cold heart flutter.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 16, 2026
He looked around, eyes wide with confusion, muttering in a language I didn't understand.
From "City of the Plague God" by Sarwat Chadda
