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to bleat
01
to express dissatisfaction in a way that is annoying or repetitive
Intransitive: to bleat about sth
Example
Sarah could n't help but bleat about the workload during the busy season at work.
Instead of finding solutions, Mark continued to bleat about the challenges without taking any action.
During the meeting, some employees began to bleat about the new office policies.
02
to emit a characteristic, wavering cry, typically produced by sheep, goats, or calves
Intransitive
Example
As we walked through the pasture, we could hear the lambs bleating for their mothers.
The goats bleated loudly as they followed the shepherd to the milking shed.
Whenever she approached the barn, the sheep would bleat eagerly, anticipating feeding time.
Bleat
01
the characteristic sound made by sheep, goats, or other similar animals

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