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whine

verb
/waɪn/

Meaning

to complain in an annoying way; to make a high-pitched sound
to complain in a feeble or annoying way; to make a high-pitched sound

Example Sentences

The child whined about having to go to bed early.

The child began to whine when he didn’t get candy.

Example Expressions

whine and complain

Synonyms

complain, grumble, moan, fuss, groan, wail
Entry 1
complain, grumble, moan, fuss
Entry 2
complain, moan, groan, grumble, wail

Antonyms

praise, accept, agree, appreciate, compliment, rejoice
Entry 1
praise, accept, agree, appreciate
Entry 2
praise, compliment, rejoice

Collocations

whine about, whine constantly, whine and complain, stop whining, whine like a baby, constant whine, whining sound, whine and cry
Entry 1
whine about, whine constantly, whine and complain, stop whining, whine like a baby
Entry 2
whine about, constant whine, whining sound, whine and cry

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