grouch
verb (used without object)
to be sulky or morose; show discontent; complain, especially in an irritable way.
grouching
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present participleof grouch.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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Beyond all the knowledge and talent, beyond the frequent smiles and occasional grouching, David was a guy who really cared.
From Seattle Times ● Dec. 16, 2022
Thereafter, he spent a lot of time grouching about how little time he was being allotted.
From The New Yorker ● Oct. 14, 2015
Indeed, the gulf between the detective's fearsome reputation and the bear-like grouching that colours his relationship with Kirov is a pleasure to rank alongside the richly detailed universe Watkins has fashioned for them both.
From The Guardian ● Feb. 22, 2013
Sometimes you need a sane summer vacation to see how habitual our sports grouching has become.
From Washington Post
"Sure, and a balloon ascension," Connie began grouching.
From Roy Blakeley's Camp on Wheels by Howard L. (Howard Livingston) Hastings
