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puling

American  
[pyoo-ling] / ˈpju lɪŋ /

adjective

  1. whining; whimpering.

    a puling child.


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Etymology

Origin of puling

First recorded in 1520–30; pule + -ing 2

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“Some sectors are puling back on hiring intentions because their broader economic outlook is starting to become less rosy or they have industry-specific concerns,” said Nick Bunker, head of research at Indeed’s Hiring Lab.

From Washington Post Aug. 2, 2022

Martin lulled Nate Roberts to sleep with a between-your-legs dribble before puling up for a short jumper.

From Seattle Times Feb. 25, 2021

“I think he got caught and now he’s puling an excuse out from under the bed,” Adams said.

From Washington Times May 23, 2020

BST16:14 69 min Coleman drills a long one from right-back towards Walters, puling left.

From The Guardian Oct. 11, 2015

Why couldn't I dream of devoting myself to baby after fat puling baby like Dodo Conway?

From "The Bell Jar" by Sylvia Plath

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