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Some of the criticism may be filtering up to the president, who has grumbled that Iran is still throttling most shipping traffic through the Strait of Hormuz.

From Slate • Apr. 10, 2026

Kenyan President William Ruto has grumbled this year about Africa’s dependence on the dollar and the economic fallout from its ups and downs, while the Kenyan shilling plunges in value.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 18, 2023

Ngannou has grumbled publicly about pay and has spoken openly about competing as a boxer.

From New York Times • Apr. 24, 2022

In job creation, the governor has found a cause with bipartisan appeal, although the Republican-controlled General Assembly has grumbled at times about his willingness to dole out incentive funds.

From Washington Post • Jun. 12, 2015

"There is no one who has grumbled more than yourself."

From A Roving Commission Or, Through the Black Insurrection at Hayti by Henty, G. A. (George Alfred)