The Clue
Certain complaining (9 letter answer)
The Answer
MUTTERING
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Notes
The answer MUTTERING is so rare that it appears less than once every 2500 puzzles.
Definition
MUTTERING as a noun:
1. (mutter, muttering, murmur, murmuring, murmuration, mussitation) = a low continuous indistinct sound; often accompanied by movement of the lips without the production of articulate speech
2. (grumble, grumbling, murmur, murmuring, mutter, muttering) = a complaint uttered in a low and indistinct tone
MUTTER as a verb:
1. (mumble, mutter, maunder, mussitate) = talk indistinctly; usually in a low voice
2. (murmur, mutter, grumble, croak, gnarl) = make complaining remarks or noises under one's breath; "she grumbles when she feels overworked"