Example Sentences

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There also is grousing about Police Chief Kenton Buckner’s stiffer approach to disciplining officers.

From Washington Times • Aug. 14, 2019

He indicates the insecurities behind Lee’s aggression, and not only when Lee is grousing about Austin’s “art” and his Ivy League education.

From The New Yorker • Jan. 28, 2019

There’s one part, in rent court—the busiest courtroom in Wisconsin—where your main landlord character is grousing about the system.

From Slate • Mar. 17, 2016

Of course everyone's favorite Emmy pastime is grousing about who didn't get nominated, and surely fans of Community and Sons of Anarchy are on the internet right now venting their rage.

From The Guardian • Jul. 18, 2013

Only David Ortiz was named to the All-Star team — “Papi’s been carrying us from day one,” Ross said — and he is grousing about his contract again.

From New York Times • Jul. 7, 2012