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Grumble (Verb)

To utter or emit low dull rumbling sounds; "he grumbled a rude response"; "Stones grumbled down the cliff".

Verbs of telling, asking, ordering, singing.

Show one's unhappiness or critical attitude; "He scolded about anything that he thought was wrong"; "We grumbled about the increased work load".

Verbs of telling, asking, ordering, singing.

She grumbled about the weather the entire day, refusing to step outside without her umbrella.
The old man grumbled to himself as he navigated the busy streets on his morning walk.
Kids often grumble about eating vegetables, but they are essential for a healthy diet.
The construction workers grumbled about the lack of breaks they were given throughout the day.
When the teacher assigned extra homework, the students grumbled in unison, unhappy with the added task.

Make complaining remarks or noises under one's breath; "she grumbles when she feels overworked".

Verbs of telling, asking, ordering, singing.

The employees grumble about the lack of adequate lighting in the office every day.
His teammates grumble when he makes a mistake that costs them the game.
She grumbles to herself whenever she struggles with the new software.
After receiving his paycheck, he grumbles about the taxes that were deducted.
The kids grumble every morning when their mother wakes them up for school.