grumble
verb (used without object)
to murmur or mutter in discontent; complain sullenly.
have been grumbling
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present perfect progressiveof grumble.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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Fans have been grumbling the first two days of the U.S.
From Washington Times ● Jun. 20, 2015
Our stomachs may have been grumbling but we experienced a surprising sense of alertness and sharpness of the mind.
From BBC ● Jan. 1, 2014
You'll recall that shareholders have been grumbling that Glencore, aka "home of the world's savviest traders", is underpaying to engulf Xstrata but then overpaying to keep the top staff on board.
From The Guardian ● Jun. 23, 2012
It's the position Florida fans have been grumbling about all season.
From Seattle Times ● Dec. 13, 2010
“I don’t know, kiddo. Some of the teachers have been grumbling about Dr. Throckmorton’s decision to disqualify your science fair victory.”
From "Shine!" by J.J. and Chris Grabenstein
