14
muttering(noun, verb, weak, pale, faded)
13
whispering(noun, verb, adjective, calm, quiet)
11
murmur
9
grumbling(noun, verb, adjective, grumpy, testy)
8
murmuration
8
mutter
8
susurrant
6
groaning(verb, voicing)
6
rustling(verb, adjective, stirring)
5
complaining(verb, adjective, grumpy, testy, grouchy)
5
grumble
5
mumbling(noun, verb)
5
querulous(adjective, grumpy, testy, grouchy)
4
buzzing(noun, verb, adjective)
4
discontented(grumpy, testy, grouchy)
4
droning(noun, verb)
4
growling
4
moaning(verb, grumpy, testy, grouchy, voicing)
4
mumble
4
rumbling
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