Example Sentences

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Yes, many people do, and many who do not will sulk when their birthdays are not acknowledged.

From Washington Post • Jul. 1, 2021

If a manager says something out of line to a player, they will sulk and moan about it.

From The Guardian • Sep. 19, 2014

Arthur's kids will come to the wedding, but I worry they will sulk and spoil the celebration.

From Slate • Nov. 5, 2012

Now, look here," said the Story Girl, "the first thing we know we'll all be quarrelling, and then some of us will sulk all day to-morrow.

From The Story Girl by Montgomery, L. M. (Lucy Maud)

No, they will sulk and make things wretched and hopeless.

From Her Royal Highness Woman by O'Rell, Max