annoyed grunt

Frequency: 6.77.8 per million words

A short, low sound made to show irritation.

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Examples (10)

  • He responded to the question with an annoyed grunt.
  • The only reply I got was a low, annoyed grunt from the back of the room.
  • She let out an annoyed grunt when she saw the long queue.
  • Waking him up early always earned me an annoyed grunt and a glare.
  • His annoyed grunt was a clear signal that he didn't want to discuss the matter further.
  • When asked to help, he just gave an annoyed grunt and didn't look up.
  • The computer crashed again, and he emitted a sharp, annoyed grunt.
  • When the phone rang for the tenth time, he picked it up with an annoyed grunt.
  • Shifting in his seat, he followed his impatient sigh with an annoyed grunt.
  • The dog's barking elicited an annoyed grunt from the man trying to concentrate.