grumbling (B1)
verb
Pronunciation: /ˈɡrʌm.bəl/
Definition
To complain about something in a bad-tempered way.
Examples
He grumbled about the weather, even though it was sunny.
She grumbled that she had too much homework.
The old man grumbled to himself as he walked down the street.
How to Use grumbling
- grumble about (prepositional phrase)
- To complain about a specific thing or situation. — "She always grumbles about her boss."
- grumble that (collocation)
- To complain by stating a fact or opinion. — "He grumbled that the coffee was too cold."
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