Example Sentences

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While everyone is fussing over him, Helen stands up and walks right into the fire.

From Slate • Aug. 31, 2021

Want to see why everyone is fussing about the T. rex?

From Washington Post • Jun. 5, 2019

We’ve shaken hands a few more times than custom dictates, and now he is fussing at the minibar, fetching water and apologising for changing the hour of the interview.

From The Guardian • Dec. 3, 2016

But how hard is it to take the oath of office while your toddler is fussing and threatening to reach for the microphone?

From New York Times • Jan. 2, 2014

Beside him, the old cook Chucha is fussing with a coaster for his glass.

From "How the García Girls Lost Their Accents" by Julia Alvarez