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

Ominously the president himself has been grumbling about Kelly’s performance and weighing up possible replacements, according to media reports.

From The Guardian • Feb. 10, 2018

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

My stomach has been grumbling since we got off the bus, and I feel my hangriness coming on.

From "Internment" by Samira Ahmed