grumble
verb (used without object)
to murmur or mutter in discontent; complain sullenly.
has been grumbling
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present perfect progressiveof grumble (3rd person singular).present perfect progressive
Used to describe an action that began in the past, has continued continuously, and is still in progress.
Example Sentences
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But in recent years, Mauna Loa has been grumbling.
From New York Times ● Nov. 9, 2021
He has been grumbling about missing out on basketball, but I worry about him losing progress over the summer, and I’d like him to get a taste of what first grade will be like.
From Slate ● Feb. 25, 2021
While there has been grumbling about the spending deal from some conservatives, Mulvaney said they, too, will realize it’s a win upon closer inspection.
From Washington Post ● May 2, 2017
Throughout the season, there has been grumbling about the amount of minutes played by Washington’s starting five.
From Washington Times ● Apr. 9, 2017
My stomach has been grumbling since we got off the bus, and I feel my hangriness coming on.
From "Internment" by Samira Ahmed
