make a moan
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To produce a sound of moaning.
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Examples (10)
- She couldn't help but make a moan of pain as the nurse cleaned the wound.
- Despite the severity of his injury, he tried not to make a single moan.
- The tiny puppy started to make a soft moan, indicating it was hungry.
- During the thrilling climax of the movie, some audience members made a collective moan of excitement.
- He was so exhausted he could only make a weak moan for help.
- When she realized her mistake, she couldn't help but make a low moan.
- The patient would occasionally make a quiet moan in his sleep, troubled by dreams.
- Upon hearing the tragic news, the woman could only make a profound moan of sorrow.
- The child had fallen and was about to make a loud moan before his mother comforted him.
- Even under pressure, the stoic soldier refused to make any moan.