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Whine
Expressing Discomfort
Used to describe sounds made by animals or humans when in discomfort or pain.

The child whined after scraping his knee.
Subtle Hint
'Whine' suggests a softer or less intense sound than a 'scream' or 'yell'.

She whined softly in her sleep.
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BemoanComplainGripeGroanGrumbleMoanMurmurWhinge
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