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grumble
verb(grum-ble)
to utter or emit low dull rumbling sounds
Synonyms: growl, rumble,
Examples:
He grumbled a rude response.
Stones grumbled down the cliff.
grumble
noun(grum-ble)
a complaint uttered in a low and indistinct tone
Synonyms: grumbling, murmur, murmuring, mutter, muttering,
grumble
verb(grum-ble)
show one's unhappiness or critical attitude
Synonyms: grouch, scold,
Examples:
We grumbled about the increased work load.
grumble
verb(grum-ble)
make complaining remarks or noises under one's breath
Synonyms: croak, gnarl, murmur, mutter,
Examples:
She grumbles when she feels overworked.
grumble
verb(grum-ble)
make a low noise
Synonyms: rumble,
grumble
noun(grum-ble)
a loud low dull continuous noise
Synonyms: grumbling, rumble, rumbling,

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