groan under
verb phrase
Pronunciation: ɡroʊn ˈʌndər
Definition
To make a deep, resonant sound of pain, distress, or displeasure, often in response to a heavy burden or difficult situation.
Examples
The old floorboards groaned under the weight of the furniture.
He could hear the ship groaning under the force of the storm.
How to Use groan under
- groan under the weight of (collocation)
- To make a sound of strain because of a heavy load. — "The bridge began to groan under the weight of the traffic."
- groan under pressure (collocation)
- To show distress or difficulty when subjected to stress or demands. — "The team started to groan under pressure in the final minutes of the game."
- groan under the strain (collocation)
- To make a sound indicating extreme physical or mental difficulty. — "The rope was groaning under the strain of the climber's weight."
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