noun
rumbling
noun
1
A continuous deep, low sound, or (often plural) early signs of trouble or unrest.
"There were rumblings of discontent among the staff before the announcement."
"A distant rumbling grew louder as the storm approached."
How to Use Rumbling
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA low continuous noise, or figuratively, early hints that something (like unrest) is brewing.
Common pairings
rumblings of discontent
a low rumbling
Word Forms
more rumbling comparative, rumblings plural, most rumbling superlative
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There were _____ of discontent among the staff before the announcement.