verb (used without object) as in strong fondness

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sulks, grumbles, downcasts, moans

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Example Sentences

Example:He prefers to sulk in his room instead of talking about his problems.

Definition:to show an unpleasant mood, often by being silent or staying in one place

From sulks

Example:She grumbled under her breath, not even bothering to acknowledge my existence.

Definition:complaints or protests, often made in an under-the-breath manner

From grumbles

Example:His failure in the exam downcast him for days, leaving him in a prolonged state of depression.

Definition:to depress the spirits or spirit, causing a person to feel sad or unenthusiastic

From downcasts

Example:She moaned about her bad luck every time she opened a present.

Definition:expresses grief or dissatisfaction in a long drawn-out, complaining way

From moans