whined

Example Sentences

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Many of Silicon Valley’s most powerful people have whined a lot in recent years about traditional media not being properly understanding of their companies’ brilliance and benevolence.

From Slate • Apr. 7, 2026

The craft beeped awake, arched its hawklike shoulders, and whined off into the valley.

From New York Times • Nov. 23, 2024

“But I just want you to try,” I whined.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 9, 2024

Chaya Raichik of Libs of TikTok whined that it "should’ve come with a sensitivity label."

From Salon • Dec. 18, 2023

Jabir was standing on the other side of the tent, looking around, as his dogs surrounded him and whined.

From "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray