whining

Frequency: Very High

Translation

v. complaining in a feeble or petulant way

Phrases & Collocations

annoying whining

Example Sentences

Stop whining and start taking action.

She is always whining about her job.

Whining won't solve the problem.

He was whining about the long wait.

Quit whining and deal with it.

The child was whining for candy.

Constant whining can be annoying.

She was whining because she was tired.

I'm tired of your constant whining.

Instead of whining, try finding a solution.

Real-world Examples

Too much pressure? - Too much whining.

Source: Our Day Season 2

What about her whining, and her constant need for attention?

Source: Friends Season 7

Quit whining and trust me, okay?

Source: Super Girl Season 2 S02

Mother wants you, she said, in a whining tone.

Source: The Moon and Sixpence (Condensed Version)

Well, there is a difference between sharing and whining.

Source: Desperate Housewives Season 7

And now you're whining about vaping?

Source: Our Day Season 2

Andy, stop whining and be grateful that Haley likes you!

Source: Modern Family - Season 07

Kev, quit whining. Your cast comes off in two days.

Source: Our Day Season 2

So instead of whining about your problems, do something about them.

Source: Science in Life

He was whining softly, and, as Buck whined, they touched noses.

Source: The Call of the Wild

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