grumble
verb (used without object)
to murmur or mutter in discontent; complain sullenly.
have grumbled
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present perfectof grumble.present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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Several conference delegates have grumbled to AFP about accommodation woes in Belem, with sky-high prices -- sometimes hundreds of dollars for a room -- topping the list of complaints.
From Barron's ● Nov. 9, 2025
Some shareholders have grumbled over the $4.75-billion valuation of Skydance, alleging the entertainment firm isn’t worth nearly that much.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 24, 2024
Lawmakers have grumbled privately that they have felt disrespected by what they see as Boeing’s sometimes sparse and evasive communications.
From Seattle Times ● Apr. 16, 2024
American fans of the global racing series have grumbled since tickets went on sale that they’ve been priced out of this year’s third F1 stop in the United States.
From Washington Times ● Oct. 16, 2023
Once in it, she would have grumbled and whined, or hysterically howled.
From The Sirdar's Oath A Tale of the North-West Frontier by Bertram Mitford
