moan
Example Sentences
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Fennell begins on a black screen and the sound of creaks and moans.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 11, 2026
“Why am I getting involved with a cinephile?” moans Beau-Beau, speaking for many an indie producer to follow.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 30, 2025
Besides, moans about players being ill suited to the new head coach’s systems give lie to the theory some hold that United only kept Ten Hag until something better comes along.
From BBC ● Nov. 6, 2024
But it’s the contestants’ moans, screams and cramped expressions as they try to suppress their laughter that are really compelling.
From New York Times ● Jan. 18, 2024
A long, birdlike scream overpowered the ghostly chorus of moans, starting at one side of the house, passing overhead, and finally fading.
From "Fablehaven" by Brandon Mull
