Example Sentences
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“Get me rewrite!” he seems to be moaning.
From Slate ● Jun. 11, 2026
But while Mother Russia’s not involved, you can almost hear her fatalistically moaning, “Just don’t bother!”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 26, 2026
She admits it is a "challenge" but - mindful of the financial rewards the sport provides - thinks it is not a good look to see top players "moaning about the calendar".
From BBC ● Dec. 2, 2025
The six armed federal agents loomed around their detained suspect, Carlitos Ricardo Parias, who was handcuffed and sitting on the sidewalk, moaning as he held his right leg.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 31, 2025
“It only sounds like moaning and groaning. It’s really saying stuff. Rabbi Gold is teaching me what it means. That’s important, because I have to write a speech about it.”
From "Linked" by Gordon Korman
