groan
noun
a low, mournful sound uttered in pain or grief.
Example Sentences
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Michael Che returned to the execution controversy, joking that the Pentagon’s proposed livestream would mark the first public execution in the United States since “a couple of weeks ago,” drawing groans from the audience.
From Salon ● Oct. 11, 2026
James Tarkowski: Long ball straight to Senne Lammens in the second half drew groans from the crowd and a stream of invective from his manager.
From BBC ● Sep. 6, 2026
I down three iced lattes daily, a habit I refuse to break even as my bank account groans.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 4, 2026
But even here, the long arm of the crisis is visible, with the TV reception periodically freezing, triggering loud groans from supporters clad in the yellow Brazilian jerseys of stars Vinicius Junior, Neymar and others.
From Barron's ● Jun. 14, 2026
Dad flops straight back onto the ground and groans.
From "The Last Cuentista" by Donna Barba Higuera
