| 单词 | grunt |
| 例句 | She grunted softly, the way the baboons did when they wanted to be friendly. A Girl Named Disaster 1996-01-01T00:00:00Z He was sweating from the effort and grunting from bearing the weight of the injured man. The Great Santini 1976-01-01T00:00:00Z “We’re going farther out in the sticks than that,” she said, grunting. A Long Way from Chicago 1998-09-01T00:00:00Z The sheriff hands me the newspaper with a grunt before leaning back against the desk and crossing his arms, and I tuck the paper into the top of my boot while the man talks. Dread Nation 2018-04-03T00:00:00Z “This means ‘Man want food,’ one grunt yes, two grunt no? Burning Blue 2012-10-25T00:00:00Z Whistling, grunting, belching, tapping his foot, stirring restlessly, sniffling. The Chocolate War 1974-01-01T00:00:00Z Grandfather helped me climb up into the wagon before hoisting himself aboard with a grunt. Fever 1793 2000-01-01T00:00:00Z He grunts, but still pushes forward, trying to sandwich me between his body and the treatment table. The Belles 2018-02-06T00:00:00Z Brokk grunted and produced an awl, a pointed spike used in leatherwork, and he jabbed it through the leather, punching holes through Loki’s lips. Norse Mythology 2017-02-07T00:00:00Z The helper stepped out from the shadows; he was grunting like a bear. Ceremony: 1977-03-01T00:00:00Z Then a grunt came from the Special, and Tally felt herself being pulled up in a mighty heave. Uglies 2005-02-08T00:00:00Z “Of course, they’ve probably caught him by now,” the old merchant said, grunting and loading another box on the mule’s back. The Kite Runner 2003-05-01T00:00:00Z When I do, he lets out a sound that’s a mix between a sigh and a grunt. A Soft Place to Land 2021-09-14T00:00:00Z With a grunt, Adina stabbed again and again at the water, coming up empty. Beauty Queens 2011-05-24T00:00:00Z The bear grunted, and settled down to lick the blood off his fur. The Golden Compass 1995-07-01T00:00:00Z My dad grunts while he chews, sitting back in his chair, which squeaks under his weight. King and the Dragonflies 2020-02-04T00:00:00Z It was a grunt, deeper than a lion’s roar. The Name of the Wind 2007-03-27T00:00:00Z He grunted as he hoisted it into the carriage. The Incorrigible Children of Ashton Place: Book I: The Mysterious Howling 2011-01-25T00:00:00Z Jaunty grunted in agreement, but Archer shook his head. The Reader 2016-01-12T00:00:00Z Around me I hear small grunts and sighs as those lucky enough to have slept stretch out their cramped limbs. Orphan Train 2013-04-02T00:00:00Z I can still hear Matthew grunting to get his machete outta the floor and the ruckus from the town is growing louder. The Knife of Never Letting Go 2008-05-05T00:00:00Z She grunted as he dropped the flour in her arms. Anya and the Nightingale 2020-11-10T00:00:00Z He listened at the door, but could hear nothing but a rhythmic breathing and, once in a while, a sleeping grunt. Stardust 1998-10-01T00:00:00Z I grunted disapproval and reached under the rag pillow for my tattered khaki pants and shorts. Kaffir Boy: An Autobiography 1986-01-01T00:00:00Z He grunted, and she heard something hit the floor on his side. Time Bomb 2018-03-13T00:00:00Z The pig grunts expressively, and I scratch the bristly head. On the Far Side of the Mountain 1990-01-01T00:00:00Z Yossarian tried paying no attention to him and limped wearily to his cot and sat down with a labored, drawn-out grunt. Catch-22 1961-11-10T00:00:00Z Beth grunts and turns her back to us. A Mango-Shaped Space 2003-04-16T00:00:00Z He made his own hands into claws and pretended to pinch Ess in the belly until she laughed out loud, a grunting, easy laugh. Orphan Island 2017-05-30T00:00:00Z Once again the silence between them was appropriated by old Mrs. Pillai’s grunts. The God of Small Things 1997-01-01T00:00:00Z He grunted as we carried the small desk over to block the door. Here to Stay 2018-09-08T00:00:00Z He grunted as he fell forward, one hand still clamped around Nina’s throat. Six of Crows 2015-09-29T00:00:00Z Then, with a grunt and some pulling and a whole lotta sap, off it popped. Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky 2019-10-15T00:00:00Z He started smashing the bat into the mud ruts in front of him, grunting with rage at every blow. Tangerine 1997-01-01T00:00:00Z I managed to hide my grunt from his sharp elbow. Root Magic 2021-01-05T00:00:00Z I shot an arm out to brace him as he grunted in surprise. The Darkest Minds 2012-12-18T00:00:00Z We hear Wilf grunt and then we realize it’s a laugh. The Knife of Never Letting Go 2008-05-05T00:00:00Z His body heaved as he gasped and grunted for breath. Bless Me, Ultima 1972-01-01T00:00:00Z Minimal effort, but it was better than grunting. Here to Stay 2018-09-08T00:00:00Z They had returned to their heap of the night, again grunting and snoring and groaning. Ella Enchanted 1998-09-01T00:00:00Z He grunted in exasperation, pulling it savagely towards himself to loosen it. Redwall 1986-10-23T00:00:00Z A gray stoneware pilon coffeepot grunted on the back of the stove. East of Eden 1952-09-01T00:00:00Z She opened one eye and grunted, “You again.” Milkweed 2003-09-09T00:00:00Z The man uttered a little grunt of dismay, and his dæmon scrambled to the ground. The Book of Dust: La Belle Sauvage 2017-10-19T00:00:00Z Over and over, she was transported back to the night of the smokehouse, held down by nurses from the hospital as Terrance Randall grunted and thrusted above her. The Underground Railroad: A Novel 2016-08-02T00:00:00Z We climbed the fence, where the pigs were grunting and snuffing. The Sound and the Fury 1929-01-01T00:00:00Z Arya climbed up on the window and sat beside him, to a chorus of thuds and grunts from the yard below. A Game of Thrones 1997-08-04T00:00:00Z When he had finished the last drop, he grunted and walked sleepily into the box. Charlotte's Web 1952-10-15T00:00:00Z Lorraine said nothing, just grunting occasionally as she pushed the heavier cartons into her home. The Dead and the Gone 2008-05-04T00:00:00Z “You can come out,” I say, but Max is already grunting his way from under the bed. The Light in Hidden Places 2020-03-03T00:00:00Z I waited till she got to her feet, a long, unbelievable process of grunts and moans and limbs coming to life. The Secret Life of Bees 2002-01-01T00:00:00Z The boar grunted and pawed the ground, ready to charge. The Titan's Curse 2007-05-11T00:00:00Z I didn’t talk to him except to grunt at some of his dumb questions. Crash 1996-03-19T00:00:00Z With a grunt of approval, the man stepped aside to allow us to enter. The City Beautiful 2021-10-05T00:00:00Z She’ll think about it, the grunt says, in her own sweet time. The Handmaid's Tale 1985-01-01T00:00:00Z But when he sees me struggling to get to Rani, he grunts, "Okay, then, but lie down and keep out of sight." Born Behind Bars 2021-09-07T00:00:00Z The melody of preparation hides my footsteps: clinking glass, the jingle of silver cutlery, the clack of porcelain dishes, the grunts and whispers of the servants. The Belles 2018-02-06T00:00:00Z Powell grunted and shifted from one sheet to the other mechanically until his blurred sight focused upon a thin red line that wobbled its way across the ruled paper. I, Robot 1950-12-02T00:00:00Z No weird noises or kicks or grunts for the rest of the class, no answers to questions I know. Out of My Mind 2010-03-09T00:00:00Z My mother grunts in reply and hands me my coat. A Mango-Shaped Space 2003-04-16T00:00:00Z He heaved the gigantic spider into his arms and, with an enormous grunt, rolled it into the dark pit. Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince 2005-07-16T00:00:00Z He tried to speak, but nothing but muffled grunts came from behind the gag. Scythe 2016-11-22T00:00:00Z “Even the pigs quit grunting at him and the chickens kept out of his way.” Seabiscuit: An American Legend 2001-01-01T00:00:00Z I was scandalized by the filth of men’s rooms, the rank smells and pig sounds, the grunting and huffing from the stalls. Middlesex: A Novel 2002-06-05T00:00:00Z Alone in the village, all is quiet except for the muffled grunts of pigs and cackles of chicken. First They Killed My Father: A Daughter of Cambodia Remembers 2000-01-01T00:00:00Z Janina’s father grunted and leaned into his harness until he was practically level to the street. Milkweed 2003-09-09T00:00:00Z She grunts and pushes and the infant’s head appears, only the head, my mother, and it’s the stroke of midnight, the New Year. Angela's Ashes: A Memoir 1996-09-05T00:00:00Z The dog struggled lamely to the side of the room and lay down, grunting softly to himself and licking his grizzled, moth-eaten coat. Of Mice and Men 1937-01-01T00:00:00Z It took all three of them, and several grunts, to shove open the heavy metal panel. The Smartest Kid in the Universe 2020-12-01T00:00:00Z He grunted, rocked backward, and brought the pump to his knees. Fallen Angels 1988-01-01T00:00:00Z Now, as he spread his cloak on the ground, the white pig grunted with pleasure, waddled over, and hunkered down beside him. The Book of Three 1964-03-12T00:00:00Z His orange head twitched and jerked perpetually from side to side in the most alarming fashion, and each twitch was accompanied by a little grunt that came out of the nostrils. Boy: Tales of a Childhood 1984-01-01T00:00:00Z Behind me, I heard a grunt of pain and the hard thunk of a shoe striking flesh. The City Beautiful 2021-10-05T00:00:00Z A soft grunt signaled that he found it. Lupita Mañana 1981-03-21T00:00:00Z Suddenly Lee grunted and a look of astonishment came over his face. East of Eden 1952-09-01T00:00:00Z He gave her a jolly grunt and tipped his cap. The Serpent King 2016-03-08T00:00:00Z In the darkness beneath it, something huge stirred, grunted, and then growled. Dactyl Hill Squad 2018-09-11T00:00:00Z The other boats she’d seen were making ground in the same cove, being pulled ashore by more grunting and cursing men. Six of Crows 2015-09-29T00:00:00Z All I can manage is a small grunt. Allegiant 2013-10-22T00:00:00Z There was a sharp grunt, and the man’s arms went slack, just enough to allow me to break his grasp. Crispin: The Cross of Lead 2002-06-01T00:00:00Z A good letter could get you a position in the better cohorts, sometimes even special jobs like legion messenger, which made you exempt from the grunt work like digging ditches or conjugating Latin verbs. The Son of Neptune 2011-10-04T00:00:00Z A misshapen old janitor trudged in with mop and pail and began, with weary grunting noises, to slop water on the floor by the beverage center. The Secret History 1992-10-16T00:00:00Z Ma kind of half woke up and grunted. The Stars Beneath Our Feet 2017-09-19T00:00:00Z With a muffled grunt, I throw my whole body toward the grate, wincing at the pain lancing through my torso. An Ember in the Ashes 2015-04-28T00:00:00Z Pops came out in his bathrobe and grunted. Slam! 1996-11-01T00:00:00Z He strides up and down among us, looking over our shoulders and grunting to himself, as the room fills with the sandy rasping noise of charcoal on paper. Cat's Eye 1988-09-01T00:00:00Z Another bump of grunting head against the tent, this time near your shoulders. A Walk in the Woods 1997-11-01T00:00:00Z She stepped out of the truck with a loud grunt. Healer of the Water Monster 2021-05-11T00:00:00Z The man grunts, his expression uncertain, and awkwardly nods his head. Legend 2011-11-29T00:00:00Z I could smell the liquor coming through his skin; with every grunt, his stale breath slapped me. The Boy in the Black Suit 2015-01-06T00:00:00Z The real Fig by my side flipped over, exposing his white, furry belly with a whimpering grunt. Sir Fig Newton and the Science of Persistence 2022-03-22T00:00:00Z He grunted and growled a little more and then the child came out. Ceremony: 1977-03-01T00:00:00Z A frog grunted, making Matt almost drop the flashlight he carried. The House of the Scorpion 2002-01-01T00:00:00Z Billy grunted his answers and tried to think about the first time he had fought for Manny. 145th Street: Short Stories 2001-01-01T00:00:00Z “Four-and-fifty ships is too few,” he told the dusky woman, “but I can wait no longer. The only way”—He grunted as she peeled the bandage off, tearing a crust of scab as well. A Dance with Dragons 2011-07-12T00:00:00Z “Knock when you want to come out again,” he grunted, pushing past Darius. Inkheart 2003-09-23T00:00:00Z The man let go, flying forward to land on the walkway; he crumpled to the ground with a grunt but looked okay. The Kill Order (Maze Runner, Book Four; Origin) 2012-08-14T00:00:00Z The bear dropped down on all fours and grunted. Grendel 1971-01-01T00:00:00Z Like most of the kids, they really got into it, grunting with the effort. Wringer 1997-08-16T00:00:00Z The man working the vat grunted, “How much?” and you answered, “Five kwacha.” The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind 2009-09-29T00:00:00Z This was almost the first sound Johnny had heard since the tea party started— except only the crash of axes into sea chests, the squeak of hoists, and a few grunted orders. Johnny Tremain 1943-01-01T00:00:00Z Cash accompanies them to the Reflecting Pool, where June kicks the back of Alex’s knee to get him going, and Alex grunts and swears and picks up the pace. Red, White & Royal Blue 2019-05-14T00:00:00Z When we say good-bye, he grunts, thumbs typing furiously on his little iPhone keypad. Ask the Passengers 2012-10-23T00:00:00Z But Dimple apparently wanted them to climb this giant hill, so Rishi did, with minimal grunting. When Dimple Met Rishi 2017-05-30T00:00:00Z Rashid heard a grunt as the guy tried to move things out of the doorway. Time Bomb 2018-03-13T00:00:00Z Toward dawn, when they returned to the water, their grunts echoed distressingly close by. A Girl Named Disaster 1996-01-01T00:00:00Z The demon grunted and fell to his knees. Dragonwings 1975-01-01T00:00:00Z He grunted and turned his attention back to his work. The City Beautiful 2021-10-05T00:00:00Z Sure enough, after some peculiar grunts and much curling and uncurling, the hedgehog opened his eyes and looked about. Redwall 1986-10-23T00:00:00Z He let out a grunt of surprise and pain. The Shakespeare Stealer 1998-05-01T00:00:00Z She elbows me hard enough to make me grunt. Warcross 2017-09-12T00:00:00Z She stared vacantly at the wall opposite her, rocking herself gently, grunting regular, rhythmic little grunts, like a bored passenger on a long bus journey. The God of Small Things 1997-01-01T00:00:00Z He grunted with every step, heading for his cart, and hollered, “Get up, lazybones!” Anya and the Dragon 2019-09-24T00:00:00Z Brothers Sid and George Lund—one in the all-sophomore boat, one in a JV boat—now barely greeted each other with grunts each afternoon. The Boys in the Boat: Nine Americans and Their Epic Quest for Gold at the 1936 Berlin Olympics 2014-05-27T00:00:00Z Beneath her the trike grunted and growled in heaving snorts. Dactyl Hill Squad 2018-09-11T00:00:00Z Count back three billion hours, and modern humans don’t exist—just wild-eyed cave people, all hairy and grunting. The Thing About Jellyfish 2015-09-22T00:00:00Z Cole acknowledged Edwin’s words with a weary grunt and struggled on without complaining. Touching Spirit Bear 2001-01-09T00:00:00Z My relief was short-lived as I heard another grunt and some snuffling. The Name of the Wind 2007-03-27T00:00:00Z A few grunts later and the girl’s lifeless body was dragged out, across the edge of the door and onto one of the stone blocks making up the ground of the Glade. The Maze Runner 2009-10-06T00:00:00Z “Where is the stonecutter?” grunted a thick voice. The Golden Goblet 1961-04-24T00:00:00Z Tyrion grunted under the blow, but this time he managed to stay on his feet. A Dance with Dragons 2011-07-12T00:00:00Z He heard a grunt, a splash, and then a triumphant “Whooo-hoooo!!!” Hoot 2002-01-01T00:00:00Z “No more! No more!” the bartender cried as the three men struggled and grunted to hold the two apart. Bless Me, Ultima 1972-01-01T00:00:00Z And Bobo would show these monstrous teeth that looked like dentures when they don’t quite fit, and the beast would grunt and swoon and move its head from side to side. The Pigman 1968-10-12T00:00:00Z And then he jumped slightly as he heard his cousin Dudley give a tremendous grunting snore from the next room. Harry Potter And The Goblet Of Fire 2000-07-08T00:00:00Z Matt heard him grunt as he lifted them. The House of the Scorpion 2002-01-01T00:00:00Z But Zuhair shook me and grunted that I must pick new cherries for him. Tasting the Sky 2007-02-20T00:00:00Z When I woke at night I sometimes heard an infant’s grunting and weeping coming from the bathroom. The Woman Warrior 1976-01-01T00:00:00Z The men were gasping and grunting with pain or exertion, but they pulled and pulled. The Golden Compass 1995-07-01T00:00:00Z They heaved with all their might and, with a few more grunts, propped the ship’s hatch open. The Smartest Kid in the Universe 2020-12-01T00:00:00Z That lady read it, grunted, made out the transfer, handed her her report card and told her to go; that the school was too crowded anyhow. A Tree Grows in Brooklyn 1943-01-01T00:00:00Z “Where is it?” he grunted, once he pinned me down. The Rock and the River 2009-01-06T00:00:00Z “Augh!” he grunted, and swung his remaining axe at the nearest branch. Anya and the Dragon 2019-09-24T00:00:00Z When I got back to Fang’s, I just sort of shoved the paper at him with an awkward grunt. Anthem of a Reluctant Prophet 2007-04-30T00:00:00Z Very brazen really, grunting at a superior officer. Artemis Fowl 2001-04-26T00:00:00Z Whenever he screamed in pain, the soldiers in the front grunted something he took to be Vietnamese for “Shut up!” Most Dangerous: Daniel Ellsberg and the Secret History of the Vietnam War 2015-09-22T00:00:00Z Chairs were being kicked about and I could hear voices grunting as with a terrific effort. Invisible Man 1952-01-01T00:00:00Z Tar leaned against the door, grunted and pushed. The Graveyard Book 2008-09-30T00:00:00Z I couldn’t tell if the grunt was a good thing or if it was the sound that came right before she kicked me out of her house. The Boy in the Black Suit 2015-01-06T00:00:00Z We rolled in the mud together, Otto grunting as the breath was pressed out of him when we slammed into a trunk. Endangered 2012-10-01T00:00:00Z He grunted a negative reply, his voice nearly lost in the thuck of the waves against the hull. Endangered 2012-10-01T00:00:00Z She vaulted off her own donkey and poked him in the gut as he tried to get up,and he sat back down with a grunt. A Clash of Kings 1998-11-16T00:00:00Z One evening, as I searched for a tree with a forked branch to sleep in, I heard grunts. A Long Way Gone: Memoirs of a Boy Soldier 2007-02-13T00:00:00Z The footsteps came closer, quick and heavy, and there was a grunt as someone put down a metal trash can. Chasing Vermeer 2004-06-01T00:00:00Z There is a group grunt from those lacrosse dudes. The Truth as Told by Mason Buttle 2018-01-23T00:00:00Z “Oh yeah,” the former soldier replied through a grunt as he stood up. The Kill Order (Maze Runner, Book Four; Origin) 2012-08-14T00:00:00Z He’d just sit in there grunting and threatening to kill us if we uttered another peep of complaint. The Great Santini 1976-01-01T00:00:00Z Later, she stood back-to-bapk with Qarl, listening to the grunts and curses all around them, to brave men crawling through the shadows weeping for their mothers. A Dance with Dragons 2011-07-12T00:00:00Z Charging toward us, he grunted that he was going to eat us alive, just the way we ate his pastries. Tasting the Sky 2007-02-20T00:00:00Z He let out a grunt and doubled over. Six of Crows 2015-09-29T00:00:00Z The huge stableboy put both hands fiat on the door, pushed, and grunted. A Clash of Kings 1998-11-16T00:00:00Z And then a few of them started to roar, then more started to screech, and then more started howling and chirping and grunting. The Wild Robot 2016-04-05T00:00:00Z She rummaged through the shelf, pushing books this way and that, removing small wooden boxes and grunting when she opened them. Anya and the Dragon 2019-09-24T00:00:00Z Yishan grunted with satisfaction and began to pull, the noose tightening around the moon until the delicate thread looked like a thin scratch of blood. When the Sea Turned to Silver 2016-10-04T00:00:00Z With an angry grunt, she pulled me up the steps and into the house. Milkweed 2003-09-09T00:00:00Z Mrs. Jennings was rarely disagreeable or argumentative, but I had learned that she would grunt when someone said something she didn't completely accept. Just Mercy 2014-10-21T00:00:00Z In Stromford Village you could not pass anyone without knowing them and receiving some nod of greeting, perhaps a grunted word or two. Crispin: The Cross of Lead 2002-06-01T00:00:00Z She grunted and passed it to her mother. Coraline 2002-02-24T00:00:00Z Liesel shook him until he grunted at her and drooled, and in the face of this she began a hysterical interrogation into the nature of his symptoms. Snow Falling on Cedars: A Novel 1994-09-12T00:00:00Z There was a grunting snuffling sound in the bush behind the cub: his mother was investigating a rotten tree stump. The Incredible Journey 1961-01-01T00:00:00Z The foreman and bricklayer grunted threats and stepped forward. Tiger Boy 2015-10-01T00:00:00Z “Someone’s — tampered — with — this — Bludger —” Fred grunted, swinging his bat with all his might at it as it launched a new attack on Harry. Harry Potter And The Chamber Of Secrets 1998-07-02T00:00:00Z There was the soft grunt of a mother calling her child. A Girl Named Disaster 1996-01-01T00:00:00Z It probably would have been more satisfying if he woke up, but he just grunted and rolled over as I pulled myself up onto my bed. Winger 2013-05-14T00:00:00Z The others grunted agreement, but Pima had gone still, her black skin a shadow. Ship Breaker 2010-05-01T00:00:00Z The horse bogged his head and went to pitching and bawling and grunting. Old Yeller 1956-01-01T00:00:00Z Bodies spinning and arms flailing and knives being tossed aside and punches and grunts. The Kill Order (Maze Runner, Book Four; Origin) 2012-08-14T00:00:00Z Minho barked a grunt that was probably supposed to be a laugh. The Maze Runner 2009-10-06T00:00:00Z Wednesday took it, read it, grunted, folded it up, and put it in his pocket. American Gods 2011-06-21T00:00:00Z They were grunting and snuffing in the trough in the corner. The Sound and the Fury 1929-01-01T00:00:00Z With a grunt the worker heaved one bag, then the other into the Dumpster. Wringer 1997-08-16T00:00:00Z Under the protection of the juniper they rolled and grunted and cursed. Bless Me, Ultima 1972-01-01T00:00:00Z He raised the sword and brought it down upon the dead man, grunting as the blade sheared through wet wool and rusted mail and rotted leather, biting deep into the bones and flesh beneath. A Dance with Dragons 2011-07-12T00:00:00Z He pantomimes the action with both hands, grunting to animate it further. Saints and Misfits 2017-06-13T00:00:00Z Then he grunted and said, “You good, man, I’ll give you that.” Bronx Masquerade 2002-01-01T00:00:00Z He grunted as he opened his eyes and rolled over. Anya and the Dragon 2019-09-24T00:00:00Z "Die," the man grunted, chopping at him savagely. A Game of Thrones 1997-08-04T00:00:00Z “No. But you're probably only, half as tough as you act,” Victor grunted, “so you'll go and fetch the box I left outside the front of the movie theater.” The Thief Lord 2002-09-01T00:00:00Z The bell rang, but neither of them heard it, grunting, straining, slugging, and then everyone was in the ring pulling them apart, grabbing their gloves. ". . . by unanimous decision . . . Elston • Hubbard." The Contender 1967-01-01T00:00:00Z The detective grunted a warning about careless chemistry, but Theo had already learned his lesson. The Westing Game 1979-01-01T00:00:00Z Dimarion’s boat struck their hull with a dull thunk, and the chief mate grunted. The Reader 2016-01-12T00:00:00Z They fall with heavy grunts in the grass. Merci Suárez Changes Gears 2018-09-11T00:00:00Z I smiled real big and did the best I could to keep them at bay, but Stick grunted only the minimum response, just enough interaction to keep Father satisfied. The Rock and the River 2009-01-06T00:00:00Z How could it be any more grunt work than spooning dirt? The Adoration of Jenna Fox 2008-04-29T00:00:00Z He lifted Akira with a big, big grunt, staggering sideways before finding his balance. A Place to Belong 2019-05-14T00:00:00Z He grunted, turned his head away, and said nothing at first. Tiger, Tiger 2004-10-04T00:00:00Z Bull returned the salute and grunted “good morning.” The Great Santini 1976-01-01T00:00:00Z He scrambled to his feet and came on, grunting and staggering and moaning, heading toward the spring. Old Yeller 1956-01-01T00:00:00Z They sniffed, clawed, grunted, and yelped in frightening demon voices. Tasting the Sky 2007-02-20T00:00:00Z I could just see him, grunting “Ooh-ooh-ooh” while scratching his armpits, then bouncing and shrieking across the mattress trying to grab a breast. The Joy Luck Club 1989-01-01T00:00:00Z The man grunted disapprovingly, as though he thought I were drunk. Black Like Me 1961-01-01T00:00:00Z He could almost feel the vibrations of the grunts that thumped and strummed like a bass. Clayton Byrd Goes Underground 2017-05-09T00:00:00Z Master grunted in response, watching Ugwu and his aunty with a faintly distracted expression, as if their presence made it difficult for him to remember something important. Half of a Yellow Sun 2006-09-12T00:00:00Z Grandmother grunted that it was her son’s writing all right. Dragonwings 1975-01-01T00:00:00Z “Maybe if you were less focused on calling him Caveman Callum and imagining him grunting, you’d hear the more important stuff. I’m talking about Midsummer Night being on the twenty-seventh.” From Twinkle, with Love 2018-05-22T00:00:00Z Pet grunted and looked up at the sky. Pet 2019-09-10T00:00:00Z The old man grunted and with a push he finally let go of Hugo’s arm. The Invention of Hugo Cabret 2007-01-30T00:00:00Z It was difficult to believe the grunts and cusses she’d heard over the months had come out of that little mouth, but the eyes were proof enough. The Underground Railroad: A Novel 2016-08-02T00:00:00Z A booming voice grunted, “Pronto” into Victor's ear. The Thief Lord 2002-09-01T00:00:00Z The lowliest vuvv grunt made more in a week than most humans made in two years. Landscape with Invisible Hand 2017-09-12T00:00:00Z He heard the man grunting and saw him bent over, digging at the ashes in the bin. Native Son 1940-03-01T00:00:00Z Sigurd grunted, and then his axe came out of the tree’s trunk with a wet rip. Anya and the Dragon 2019-09-24T00:00:00Z In the forest, he grabbed mouthfuls of plants they walked by, chewing away with contented grunts. Anya and the Nightingale 2020-11-10T00:00:00Z “You who”—grunt—“saved my”—gasp— “soul one”—inhalation—“day”—humph. I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings 1969-01-01T00:00:00Z “Full up,” grunted the undersecretary, reaching for the last cake. The Phantom Tollbooth 1961-09-01T00:00:00Z Dorian swung his sword, grunting as Chaol easily deflected the blow and parried. Throne of Glass 2012-08-07T00:00:00Z “Let them fight,” grunted Strong Belwas, who had once been a champion in the pits. A Dance with Dragons 2011-07-12T00:00:00Z I added the grunting noises I had heard in the dark. Three Little Words: A Memoir 2007-12-27T00:00:00Z He grunted and made a low growling sound. Ceremony: 1977-03-01T00:00:00Z “Like trying to swim ... up ... a waterfall,” Smitty grunted as he reached back and grabbed my arm to pull me after him. Code Talker: A Novel About the Navajo Marines of World War Two 2005-01-01T00:00:00Z We caught her—some adding dramatic grunts—but Ema didn’t look any more trusting. Shelter (Book One): A Mickey Bolitar Novel 2011-09-15T00:00:00Z The man let out a grunt as the air left his lungs, the boy on top of him like a jaguar on its prey. The Reader 2016-01-12T00:00:00Z An hour or so later I heard Tillie clear her throat with a grunt, saw her cough, and spit into the boiling soup. Black Boy 1945-01-01T00:00:00Z Another case of men devoting their lives to studying more and more about less and less—filling volumes and libraries with the subde linguistic analysis of the grunt. Flowers for Algernon 1959-05-01T00:00:00Z “Don’t be ashamed, babe. It ain’t your fault you got a brat on your hands,” Santa grunted. A Confederacy of Dunces 1980-01-01T00:00:00Z He swung the hoe with a blaze of angry grunts, while I sat on the steps and dug candle wax out of two dozen glass holders. The Secret Life of Bees 2002-01-01T00:00:00Z We often fall asleep before she goes up but there are nights we hear them talking, grunting, moaning. Angela's Ashes: A Memoir 1996-09-05T00:00:00Z The second man grunted and picked at a scab on his fleshy arm. The Reader 2016-01-12T00:00:00Z Captain Hardcastle was sitting up on the dais in front of us, stroking his orange moustache, twitching his head and grunting through his nose. Boy: Tales of a Childhood 1984-01-01T00:00:00Z It sounded like growling, interspersed with grunts, and Jon could not understand a word of it. A Dance with Dragons 2011-07-12T00:00:00Z The men grunted and cursed below as their fancy breeches and overcoats turned brown with the mud and their lovely beaver hats went rolling off down the road. Lyddie 1991-02-01T00:00:00Z Pet made a small noise between a grunt and a growl. Pet 2019-09-10T00:00:00Z Later, when she listened to the hoot of an eagle owl, the hiss of a genet, and the hrrr-hrrr grunt of a foraging honey badger, she didn’t feel quite as confident. A Girl Named Disaster 1996-01-01T00:00:00Z “Stay stilt grunted the dwarf, grabbing hold of Harry’s bag and pulling him back. “Let me go!” Harry Potter And The Chamber Of Secrets 1998-07-02T00:00:00Z “We need more than a rag,” the captain grunted. Hoot 2002-01-01T00:00:00Z The cab driver grunts, and pulls away from the curb, into the traffic. American Gods 2011-06-21T00:00:00Z With a soft grunt, Mr. Griswold collapsed against the slick granite wall behind him. Book Scavenger 2015-06-02T00:00:00Z Rab was grunting out of the side of his mouth to a thick-set, active-looking man, whom Johnny would have known anywhere, by his walk and the confident lift of his head, was Mr. Revere. Johnny Tremain 1943-01-01T00:00:00Z For a few moments, all they heard were the lapping of waves and occasional grunts and snorts from Missy, her snout resting just at the top of the water. Dactyl Hill Squad 2018-09-11T00:00:00Z He grunted and added, “I do not know how far it is in distance. Perhaps later we can get a ride in an automobile.” Lupita Mañana 1981-03-21T00:00:00Z Billy rubbed the mare’s flat forehead with his knuckle while she grunted with pleasure. The Red Pony 1937-01-01T00:00:00Z Children in colorful T-shirts and shorts kick soccer balls on sidewalks with their bare feet, ignoring the grunts and screams of the food cart owners. First They Killed My Father: A Daughter of Cambodia Remembers 2000-01-01T00:00:00Z “Stay down,” Cash grunts as he slams the door behind them. Red, White & Royal Blue 2019-05-14T00:00:00Z Vincent set down the last of four cardboard boxes with a grunt, then went inside for some lighter fluid. The Milagro Beanfield War 1974-01-01T00:00:00Z The chief mate was wrestling with Camey, grunting, grappling, each trying to get a hold on the other. The Reader 2016-01-12T00:00:00Z His laugh turned into a grunt as a spasm of pain hit him. A Game of Thrones 1997-08-04T00:00:00Z Daniel came into the kitchen after his shower, grunted hello at me and grabbed a soda and a bag of sour-cream-and-onion chips. Liar, Liar 2011-01-01T00:00:00Z Making appropriate grunts and sighs, he grabbed a stack of newspaper scraps and dropped them into the open hole. Moon Over Manifest 2010-10-12T00:00:00Z “Wow, this thing sure stirs up some memories,” G’ma says, grunting as she bends at the waist to remove the Green Book. Clean Getaway 2020-01-07T00:00:00Z Citra grunted and left the room, annoyed by her own curiosity. Scythe 2016-11-22T00:00:00Z Finally he grunted, gnawed on a fingernail, and eventually decided on what he wanted to say. Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep? 1968-01-02T00:00:00Z With a grunt, he forced himself to his feet, leaning against the window. The Kill Order (Maze Runner, Book Four; Origin) 2012-08-14T00:00:00Z Nana stopped the cart and seized a box of couscous, ignoring the frustrated grunt of a red-faced man as he squeezed past us. We Are the Ants 2016-01-19T00:00:00Z The footsteps stopped briefly, and there was another grunt. The City of Ember 2003-05-01T00:00:00Z Evidently Gebu did believe, for he merely grunted and walked on to the storeroom, jerking his head for Ranofer to follow. The Golden Goblet 1961-04-24T00:00:00Z He grunted as he tried to stick his shovel into the dirt. Holes 1998-08-20T00:00:00Z The helmsman grunted, his hands flexing on the wheel, but he didn’t turn. The Reader 2016-01-12T00:00:00Z After a bunch more grunts he said, “Make yourself useful, boy, and hand me this one.” Bud, Not Buddy 1999-09-02T00:00:00Z “Tom answered,” wrote a delighted Jolly Roger, “with a grunt of something akin to rage.” Seabiscuit: An American Legend 2001-01-01T00:00:00Z We were stopped in our tracks by a grunt so loud and deep that it seemed to be coming from the bowels of the earth. The Omnivore's Dilemma 2006-04-11T00:00:00Z Uncle Vernon gave a loud, sleepy grunt in the room next door. Harry Potter And The Prisoner Of Azkaban 1999-07-08T00:00:00Z Moonface grunted and tore a bit of bread off with his teeth. Prisoner B-3087 2013-03-01T00:00:00Z He makes other noises, too—whistles and grunts and shrieks. Out of My Mind 2010-03-09T00:00:00Z Griphook grunted thanks, and Bill left, closing the door upon them all. Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows 2007-07-21T00:00:00Z With a grunt of disgust, Mr. Weiss scooped the lead blocks from their scaffold and threw them into the melting pot. The City Beautiful 2021-10-05T00:00:00Z "These...boxes...are...blocking...our...rescue," grunts Duke as he gallops as best he can across the spinning rollers. Dog Squad 2021-05-11T00:00:00Z A surly grunt sounded above the tinny ring of metal. Native Son 1940-03-01T00:00:00Z Tyson^ looked nervous, but he went to stand in the middle of the Council, and Zeus grunted. The Last Olympian 2009-05-05T00:00:00Z “Got a light?” grunted the taller one at me. Black Swan Green 2006-04-10T00:00:00Z “Always wanted to try it. Feel like a caveman,” he grunts, as his teeth rip the bag. Paradise on Fire 2021-09-14T00:00:00Z He heard the grunts but was still surprised to see two big men fighting each other in the middle of the cars and trucks. Healer of the Water Monster 2021-05-11T00:00:00Z He grinds down into Henry’s lap, grunting as he’s met with Henry already half-hard under him, and Henry’s curse in response is buried in Alex’s mouth. Red, White & Royal Blue 2019-05-14T00:00:00Z “Hmm,” Billy grunted, suddenly detached, spinning his chair around to face his son. Twilight 2005-10-05T00:00:00Z “Have to give the better horse preference,” he grunted. Seabiscuit: An American Legend 2001-01-01T00:00:00Z As we sat around our campfire that evening, eating a scratch meal from tins, I heard the distant, grunting roar of a lion. My Life with the Chimpanzees 1988-03-01T00:00:00Z Pond forced himself to sing the final phrases of the fourth song, grunting and groaning the whole time. Healer of the Water Monster 2021-05-11T00:00:00Z Ruth put her arms in the air and grunted. Chains 2008-01-01T00:00:00Z He flops his sweaty body down on the bed with a grunt. A Place at the Table 2020-08-11T00:00:00Z Other males and females exhibit their submission to the alpha male by bowing before him while making grunting sounds, not unlike human subjects kowtowing before a king. Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind 2011-01-01T00:00:00Z She grunted slightly, but didn’t wisecrack about it. Scythe 2016-11-22T00:00:00Z “Why not? In the long run it's not going to matter. Why are you so afraid of being on your own? Growing up? Doing a little grunt work.” It All Comes Down to This 2017-07-11T00:00:00Z Cole grunted angrily—he didn’t want to die yet. Touching Spirit Bear 2001-01-09T00:00:00Z Piggy, saying nothing, with no time for even a grunt, traveled through the air sideways from the rock, turning over as he went. Lord of the Flies 1954-09-17T00:00:00Z In the darkness, I could hear their muffled grunts, and then the intake of a sharp, deep breath before they knocked each other to the floor, taking Mamá’s ironing board with them. Summer of the Mariposas 2012-10-20T00:00:00Z Thorn grunted as she picked Beefy up and placed him back in his crib, and Valley moved quicker than lightning, slashing the cuco’s shoulder with her twin blades from behind. Witchlings 2022-04-05T00:00:00Z Father stood for a moment with his hand on Miss Whitlaws elbow, but finally he grunted. Dragonwings 1975-01-01T00:00:00Z The man went down with a loud grunt and twisted away awkwardly. The Subtle Knife 1997-01-01T00:00:00Z They surround a bundle of canvas and heave it toward the entrance, grunting with effort. Water for Elephants 2006-05-26T00:00:00Z Pete tried to get me involved but I just grunted when he asked what I thought. Native Speaker 1995-01-01T00:00:00Z Jigo grunted and hobbled off to join the rest of the larboard watch. The Reader 2016-01-12T00:00:00Z I slashed across his face, heard him grunt as my nails bit into his cheek. The Darkest Minds 2012-12-18T00:00:00Z Sigurd picked her up and, with a grunt, threw her into the river. Anya and the Dragon 2019-09-24T00:00:00Z Kote lifted one eyelid, then the other and grunted at what he saw, not seeming particularly surprised. The Name of the Wind 2007-03-27T00:00:00Z Boxers were grunting away all over the gym. The Contender 1967-01-01T00:00:00Z The old man grasped the bowl in his shriveled, knotty fingers, muttering, uttering little grunts. The Good Earth 1931-03-02T00:00:00Z The door was locked, but the metal bar and a lot of grunting fixed that problem. Time Bomb 2018-03-13T00:00:00Z She slid it over to Ube, and he grunted as he read it, nodding his head, then he wrote some reference numbers underneath her question and slid the card back to her. Pet 2019-09-10T00:00:00Z The others watch, grunting their disapproval: too small, too flimsy, an ugly thing to see. The One and Only Ivan 2012-01-17T00:00:00Z She shrugged and grunted when Jack asked her questions, though she followed along well enough and did her share of the work. Orphan Train 2013-04-02T00:00:00Z After some time, he grunted, and was still. Stardust 1998-10-01T00:00:00Z Not far away, some animal grunted, and then yelped out a warning. I'm the King of the Castle 1970-09-03T00:00:00Z Uncle Abdullah only grunted in response, so I didn’t give him the satisfaction of asking again, but I couldn’t stop my tears. Taking Flight: From War Orphan to Star Ballerina 2014-01-01T00:00:00Z Men and women coming out of the cells are yawning and grunting. Angela's Ashes: A Memoir 1996-09-05T00:00:00Z He grunted occasionally to show he was listening and directed the horse along a dirt path. The House of the Scorpion 2002-01-01T00:00:00Z He grunted and pulled himself up in what he told himself was “lizard rhythm.” Clayton Byrd Goes Underground 2017-05-09T00:00:00Z I grunt, the dam bursts, all my hurt and anger rushes through my body then narrows into a fluid, focused hit. Black Brother, Black Brother 2020-03-03T00:00:00Z My suggestion brought a grunt of disapproval from John Henry. Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky 2019-10-15T00:00:00Z I let myself dream: I imagined conversation and laughter over dinner instead of silence broken only by the clinking of silverware and the occasional grunt. The Kite Runner 2003-05-01T00:00:00Z Ridgeway and his opponent scuffled in the dirt, grunting and hollering. The Underground Railroad: A Novel 2016-08-02T00:00:00Z “Done,” the weigher grunted as the scales balanced. The Golden Goblet 1961-04-24T00:00:00Z After every two words he gasped and dragged the air over his vocal chords, making a sound like an inverted grunt. I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings 1969-01-01T00:00:00Z After wiggling around a hit, he slipped down, crawled under the table, and started grunting like a pig. Three Little Words: A Memoir 2007-12-27T00:00:00Z They beat it in unison as if beating down grass were a dance, grunting softly in a long, low rhythm that ran back to us from the head of the file. The Poisonwood Bible 1998-01-01T00:00:00Z Celaena grunted as she pushed the chest to the side and folded the tapestry back from the wall. Throne of Glass 2012-08-07T00:00:00Z A flurry of papers and heavy-looking boxes seemed to be floating up the hill beside her, small grunts coming from behind the various packages. Witchlings 2022-04-05T00:00:00Z About halfway to the store the car grunts and slows down. The Hate U Give 2017-02-28T00:00:00Z When I ask her a question, she nods or grunts or pretends she doesn’t hear. Crash 1996-03-19T00:00:00Z The other men at the table, who had pretended not to be listening, grunted and nodded their agreement. The Graveyard Book 2008-09-30T00:00:00Z I heard sounds of scuffling up ahead, then a painful grunt. The Titan's Curse 2007-05-11T00:00:00Z The two naturalists began hooting, grunting, squawking, squealing, crowing, mooing, growling, snuffling, quacking, snarling and mewing at one another, until they were red in the face. The Once and Future King 1958-01-01T00:00:00Z She grunted and panted as she wrenched free the closet’s packed-in stuff and tossed it behind her. The City of Ember 2003-05-01T00:00:00Z The parents noticed that their children were talking less, and that rather than speaking to one another in the language of people, they were beginning to use grunts. The Girl Who Married a Lion: and Other Tales from Africa 2004-12-07T00:00:00Z Fry says to Big Foot, who grunts out an incomprehensible something in Big Footese. I'll Give You the Sun 2014-09-16T00:00:00Z The man Jack made a small noise then, a grunt that contained in it both frustration and also satisfaction. The Graveyard Book 2008-09-30T00:00:00Z I grabbed at her hands and twisted my body underneath her to turn over so I would be on top, but she pushed her whole weight down on me, grunting. My Brother Sam is Dead 1974-01-01T00:00:00Z The grunts and panting of a man in violent labor or perhaps—I thought with a sickening shudder—one seized by ecstatic bloodlust. The City Beautiful 2021-10-05T00:00:00Z They grunt, drink the milk with their left hands, stuff in the cookies, their eyes never leaving the board. Cat's Eye 1988-09-01T00:00:00Z But Hel’s been as silent as I have, and they’ve given up, instead grunting to one another pointedly when she and I beat each other down on the battlefield. An Ember in the Ashes 2015-04-28T00:00:00Z They grunted and shivered their heads and picked up their pace a little, but five minutes later they had slowed down. My Brother Sam is Dead 1974-01-01T00:00:00Z “I should move to Florida,” he said, grunting with every word. Dead End in Norvelt 2011-09-13T00:00:00Z My nails caught the back of his hand, and I heard him grunt in pain. The Darkest Minds 2012-12-18T00:00:00Z I wasn’t exactly sure what animals were producing such noisy grunts, but they became louder. A Long Way Gone: Memoirs of a Boy Soldier 2007-02-13T00:00:00Z When his eyes rolled toward me, he tried to speak, but I heard only a soft grunt. Tuesdays with Morrie 1997-01-01T00:00:00Z He wanted to ask them not to wake him, to let him sleep and leave him be, but it came out as a grunt. American Gods 2011-06-21T00:00:00Z With a slightly rheumatic grunt, he climbed into bed and turned out the electric light. And Then There Were None 1939-11-06T00:00:00Z He mumbled and grunted, his head hidden under the hood. Sir Fig Newton and the Science of Persistence 2022-03-22T00:00:00Z There was a polite grunt from the urinal immediately to his right, although he had heard nobody come in. American Gods 2011-06-21T00:00:00Z To me, not going to college meant that I would join the army of black laborers sweating and grunting their way through midtown New York. Bad Boy 2001-05-08T00:00:00Z A few steps below her, Percy grunted as he reached for another handhold. The House of Hades 2013-10-08T00:00:00Z Barks, yowls, grunts and hyena laughter filled the air. The Ear, the Eye, and the Arm 1994-04-01T00:00:00Z With a grunt, I swing my legs up and tuck them close to my chest. The Sky at Our Feet 2018-03-06T00:00:00Z As she folded back the leather wrapping, the chief mate grunted behind her, like he’d been punched in the stomach. The Reader 2016-01-12T00:00:00Z “Get up and come with me,” grunted Edwin. Touching Spirit Bear 2001-01-09T00:00:00Z He peered inside, grunted, and turned it upside down. The Last Olympian 2009-05-05T00:00:00Z The elder man grunted an assent and passed out. Murder on the Orient Express 1934-01-01T00:00:00Z With an angry grunt, Taylor raised the gun again. Beauty Queens 2011-05-24T00:00:00Z He grunted and bellowed and snorted and just plain screamed in her face. Wringer 1997-08-16T00:00:00Z It snuffed, grunted, and took another step toward the smoking bag of resin. The Name of the Wind 2007-03-27T00:00:00Z The guy she shoved gives an annoyed grunt and turns around in his seat. Warcross 2017-09-12T00:00:00Z The poem was interspersed with grunts from the old lady on the bed, which no one except Chacko seemed to notice. The God of Small Things 1997-01-01T00:00:00Z When it became obvious that he wasn’t moving, Twig grunted and slid our materials over to him. The Science of Breakable Things 2018-03-06T00:00:00Z Yishan grunted in agreement, his mouth too full to reply, and for a moment all was quiet except for their satisfied munching. When the Sea Turned to Silver 2016-10-04T00:00:00Z Steel clashed, accompanied by the screams and whimpers and grunts of people fighting. Ship Breaker 2010-05-01T00:00:00Z I asked Baba why they grew their hair long, but Baba grunted, didn’t answer. The Kite Runner 2003-05-01T00:00:00Z If I heard the coughing grunt of a leopard, I just prayed and pulled the blanket over my head! My Life with the Chimpanzees 1988-03-01T00:00:00Z Gustavus Swift boasted about the clever use of animal byproducts: “Now we use all of the hog except his grunt.” A Few Red Drops: The Chicago Race Riot of 1919 2018-01-02T00:00:00Z Chamberlain could see nothing but smoke, the blue mounds bobbing in front of him, clang of ramrods, grunts, a high gaunt wail. The Killer Angels: The Classic Novel of the Civil War 1974-01-01T00:00:00Z With a soft grunt, Mr. Griswold collapsed against the slick granite wall behind him. Book Scavenger 2015-06-02T00:00:00Z From just around the corner, I could hear Assef’s quick, rhythmic grunts. The Kite Runner 2003-05-01T00:00:00Z He grunted again, lifted the pump onto the back of the truck, turned slowly, and walked away. Fallen Angels 1988-01-01T00:00:00Z I crack one eye open, notice the pale gray light filtering through the bars on the windows, and grunt. Dread Nation 2018-04-03T00:00:00Z I listen to the grunt, the blow of the hammer, the grunt, the blow, like the sound of a leaky heart. Grendel 1971-01-01T00:00:00Z He leaned over with a grunt, tore off a leaf, and handed it to Hanako. A Place to Belong 2019-05-14T00:00:00Z I give a grunt of pain as my right leg takes the weight of my body, but I keep moving. Mockingjay 2010-08-24T00:00:00Z Mags, who can fish with almost anything, shakes her head and grunts. Catching Fire 2009-09-01T00:00:00Z On the landing above—Turner and Nettle could just see boots and lower legs moving stiffly from side to side—a fight was developing, with wrestling grunts and a smack of knuckles on flesh. Atonement 2001-09-20T00:00:00Z Alex finally appeared at the door, hoisting his enormous backpack on with a grunt. Eleven 2014-01-06T00:00:00Z We enter the school together, ignoring Baba’s grunting behind us. A Place at the Table 2020-08-11T00:00:00Z The bole of an oak loomed before her, and she lunged to drive her point through it, grunting "Joffrey, Joffrey, Joffrey." A Clash of Kings 1998-11-16T00:00:00Z “Stop fighting, old man!” the angry voice grunts. The Last Cuentista 2021-10-12T00:00:00Z There was a snap and a whistle and a grunting thud on fur. East of Eden 1952-09-01T00:00:00Z We fought four hard rounds, stabbing, slugging, grunting, spitting, cursing, crying, bleeding. Black Boy 1945-01-01T00:00:00Z Then he gave a soft grunt, like he was amused by this idea. Book Scavenger 2015-06-02T00:00:00Z You pale little boys are crushing him, your adoring mob of hands and feet, your necks and heads, your nostrils and knees, your still-sweet sweat and teeth and grunts. Native Speaker 1995-01-01T00:00:00Z Doughty grunted agreement, surveying the action taking place at the tables below—dice, cards, Makker’s Wheel, fortunes won and lost, and a delicious slice of all of it came to Rollins. Six of Crows 2015-09-29T00:00:00Z In a few seconds the fat boy's grunts were behind him and he was hurrying toward the screen that still lay between him and the lagoon. Lord of the Flies 1954-09-17T00:00:00Z Nike thrashed and grunted until Percy nudged her with his toe. Blood of Olympus 2014-10-07T00:00:00Z The draccus grunted again, and another wash of fire ran through the narrow gap below. The Name of the Wind 2007-03-27T00:00:00Z He pushed himself off the floor with a grunt and brushed the dust from the knees of his jeans, creating a fine, powdery cloud around his legs. Anthem of a Reluctant Prophet 2007-04-30T00:00:00Z They go back and forth as they try to get more than nods and grunts from him. Finding Junie Kim 2021-05-04T00:00:00Z Constance would only grunt brusquely at anyone inquiring what the strange contraption was for; only she and the beaver needed to know that. Redwall 1986-10-23T00:00:00Z I shift, grunt, try to think it through. The Help 2009-02-10T00:00:00Z I grunted, but I took my time despite the pain, remembering how Red Rabbit had behaved that other time. Dragonwings 1975-01-01T00:00:00Z The others grunted, and the tall one looked up at my eyes, uneasy. Grendel 1971-01-01T00:00:00Z Anborn grunted and led the way down the winding stair to the landing, and then up the other stair, until at last they came to a narrow opening shrouded with thick bushes. The Two Towers 1954-11-11T00:00:00Z Quickly rising to her knees, grunting the note of friendship, she slipped her hand over his head and clasped the top of his nose firmly in her fingers. Julie of the Wolves 1972-01-01T00:00:00Z The Fjerdan grunted as his arms went limp and useless at his sides. Six of Crows 2015-09-29T00:00:00Z When he did, he grunted at Bull that he would be with him in a moment. The Great Santini 1976-01-01T00:00:00Z He landed with a grunt of pain and Mark scrambled to his feet, struggling to suck air into his lungs. The Kill Order (Maze Runner, Book Four; Origin) 2012-08-14T00:00:00Z The boy made a strange grunt as he collapsed to the ground. The Kill Order (Maze Runner, Book Four; Origin) 2012-08-14T00:00:00Z Kinzie took one look at the argument and grunted with distaste. The Son of Neptune 2011-10-04T00:00:00Z He grunted, and told her to hand him a plate. A Thousand Splendid Suns 2007-05-22T00:00:00Z Sue grunts again, which this time I take as agreement. Dread Nation 2018-04-03T00:00:00Z It was an awkward maneuver, with lots of grunting, and Pong nearly pulled Somkit over the side. A Wish in the Dark 2020-03-24T00:00:00Z “It’s too late for that poor soul,” grunted the bodyguard. The House of the Scorpion 2002-01-01T00:00:00Z He grunted, swore, dropped it to the floor and pulled with both hands. Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky 2019-10-15T00:00:00Z He grunted, and then I pressed him up, held him in the air off his feet. Tradition 2018-05-01T00:00:00Z “Nothin’,” he grunted, tossing his equipment into the back of his truck. Shadowshaper 2015-06-30T00:00:00Z Trolls generally converse in grunts that appear to constitute a crude language, though some have been known to understand and even to speak a few simple human words. Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them 2001-01-01T00:00:00Z I walk past them and say, “Hi,” but all I get is a series of grunts in return. Ask the Passengers 2012-10-23T00:00:00Z My tummy’s gurgles and grunts harmonized with the buzz. Sir Fig Newton and the Science of Persistence 2022-03-22T00:00:00Z The Roach grunts but doesn’t seem inclined to contradict me. The Cruel Prince 2018-01-02T00:00:00Z Dill’s mother sucked in her breath and rose from the recliner, holding her mid-back, taking a moment to straighten, and grunting with pain. The Serpent King 2016-03-08T00:00:00Z With a grunt, she pushes open the door. Dragons in a Bag 2018-10-23T00:00:00Z He mumbled a satisfied grunt, his paws twitching. Sir Fig Newton and the Science of Persistence 2022-03-22T00:00:00Z Chubs only grunted, his coloring still faintly gray. The Darkest Minds 2012-12-18T00:00:00Z Then I push her back, grunting with effort, until I can press my foot to her stomach. Insurgent 2012-05-01T00:00:00Z “And watch out for dog mess. It’s all over the place,” Crab grunted, taking the lead. As Brave As You 2016-05-03T00:00:00Z I grunt and trip all the way into my old room. The Truth as Told by Mason Buttle 2018-01-23T00:00:00Z Or thought I said — without quite realizing what I was doing, all I did was make a couple of head bobs and grunt. Endangered 2012-10-01T00:00:00Z He grunts and runs his eyes over me. The Adoration of Jenna Fox 2008-04-29T00:00:00Z When the third dagger took him between the shoulder blades, he gave a grunt and fell face-first into the snow. A Dance with Dragons 2011-07-12T00:00:00Z At this the gods all nodded and grunted and looked impressed. Norse Mythology 2017-02-07T00:00:00Z I’d hear grunts and groans and couldn’t tell if they were mine or Yeller’s. Old Yeller 1956-01-01T00:00:00Z There was the unmistakable sound of knuckles hitting flesh: Ron grunted in pain and Hermione screamed, “No! Leave him alone, leave him alone!” Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows 2007-07-21T00:00:00Z Her concern was greeted with a grunt and arms re-folded over three layers of sweater. The Marrow Thieves 2017-05-10T00:00:00Z They were in close, shoulder to shoulder, and Billy was again throwing punishing hits to the body, hearing Vegas grunt from the force of the blows. 145th Street: Short Stories 2001-01-01T00:00:00Z Papa grunted and kept walking to the door. Purple Hibiscus 2003-10-01T00:00:00Z From outside came a heavy grunt, and the handle was nearly yanked from my grip. Flush 2005-09-13T00:00:00Z With a grunt, they heaved their way up the vine and onto solid land. Beauty Queens 2011-05-24T00:00:00Z She heard the policeman grunt, then say, “Stay where you are, kid,” as he reached for his door handle. Chasing Vermeer 2004-06-01T00:00:00Z It grunted again, deep like rumbling thunder, and I felt it in my chest. The Name of the Wind 2007-03-27T00:00:00Z The man grunts and curls into a ball as Mark climbs to his feet, grabs Trina by the hand. The Kill Order (Maze Runner, Book Four; Origin) 2012-08-14T00:00:00Z He got down on one knee with much effort, grunting and puffing, the seams of his pants creaking like ship riggings. The Serpent King 2016-03-08T00:00:00Z Grady and Bill are both grunting, bracing their legs to keep me from getting loose. Water for Elephants 2006-05-26T00:00:00Z She rolled her eyes at me and grunted. Taking Flight: From War Orphan to Star Ballerina 2014-01-01T00:00:00Z The squeals of young girls, the grunts of old women, and the trickling of bathwater echoed between the walls as backs were scrubbed and hair soaped. A Thousand Splendid Suns 2007-05-22T00:00:00Z Mormont pawed through them brusquely, giving each no more than a glance and a grunt. A Clash of Kings 1998-11-16T00:00:00Z Phil noticed what was happening first and nudged me to turn and look at Mr. Moss, who grunted. Three Little Words: A Memoir 2007-12-27T00:00:00Z He wouldn't answer him, but he didn't have guts enough not to at least grunt. The Catcher in the Rye 1951-07-16T00:00:00Z “I made a few changes, sir. If you turn it on you’ll see—” Kilvin made a low sound that could have been an amused chuckle or an irritated grunt. The Name of the Wind 2007-03-27T00:00:00Z “A thousand,” he grunted as sweat broke out on his brow. Six of Crows 2015-09-29T00:00:00Z SS guards, as frightening as the officer who had recently grunted me into the Schindler group, stood sentry at the entrance. The Boy on the Wooden Box 2013-08-27T00:00:00Z She grunted several syllables that shall not be recorded here, then pushed the unicorn's mouth closed once more. Stardust 1998-10-01T00:00:00Z Creatures of every sort zigzag, bolt, scream, swing, gallop, grunt, and whinny; they are everywhere, swinging on ropes and slithering up poles, hiding under wagons, pressed against sidewalls, and skidding across the center. Water for Elephants 2006-05-26T00:00:00Z The Aleut grunted to his companion and the two of them stalked off on their short legs across the sand dunes that lay between the village and their camp. Island of the Blue Dolphins 1960-01-01T00:00:00Z When Sean reminded her she was supposed to be off her feet, she grunted and dumped more goulash onto his plate. Bone Gap 2015-03-03T00:00:00Z The white pig was continually grunting and chuckling to herself, and whenever she saw Taran, she would raise her wide, cheeky face so that he could scratch under her chin. The Book of Three 1964-03-12T00:00:00Z She grunts in her sleep, tucking her body more closely into the chair. The Joy Luck Club 1989-01-01T00:00:00Z He raised himself and crawled out of the water, grunting with die pain of movement. Hatchet 1987-01-01T00:00:00Z The old one opened his mind, but it was the new one that climbed inside, turned several circles, and settled in with a grunt—like a satisfied dragon in a cozy new lair. Strange the Dreamer 2017-03-28T00:00:00Z The man with the blanket on his head kept coming toward us, making his grunting, snorting noises. The Lightning Thief 2005-07-01T00:00:00Z I fell onto my stomach and was beginning to rise when I heard a yelp from behind me, a grunt, the scuffle of boot heels on the floorboards. The City Beautiful 2021-10-05T00:00:00Z Determined to prove she didn’t need my help, Vonetta stubbornly grunted and stabbed away at the taped flaps. P.S. Be Eleven 2013-05-21T00:00:00Z Private Jocko gave forth a grunt—collapsed—and the smoke of combat twined with that of arson. The Astonishing Life of Octavian Nothing, Traitor to the Nation, Volume II: The Kingdom on the Waves 2009-10-13T00:00:00Z With a thick grunt, he dropped on a chair beside her. A Thousand Splendid Suns 2007-05-22T00:00:00Z Bran watched them from the balcony of Maester Luwin's turret, listening to them grunt and strain and curse as they swung their staves and wooden swords. A Game of Thrones 1997-08-04T00:00:00Z Then he grunted once and seemed to shudder all over. Out of Darkness 2015-09-01T00:00:00Z Wriggling and grunting loudly, the delighted Hen Wen had begun to climb onto the couch. The Book of Three 1964-03-12T00:00:00Z The movers arrived at eleven that morning, powerfully muscled, red-faced men who grunted officiously over the dead weight of refrigerators and air conditioners. The Great Santini 1976-01-01T00:00:00Z From the living room, the sounds alternated between Father’s low rumbling tone and Stick’s occasional grunting response. The Rock and the River 2009-01-06T00:00:00Z Alec grumbled and grunted a few times, muttering almost indecipherable words as he scooted off his cot and got dressed. The Kill Order (Maze Runner, Book Four; Origin) 2012-08-14T00:00:00Z Whilst we were walking for the first mile or so, Mr. Leroy would grunt and nod his head every once in the while, like he was paying some mind to what I was saying. Elijah of Buxton 2007-08-06T00:00:00Z He grunted and dropped my arm, but he picked up the pace. Liar, Liar 2011-01-01T00:00:00Z But all he could manage was a grunt. Touching Spirit Bear 2001-01-09T00:00:00Z From nearer in the blackness I began hearing loud expirations and groans and grunts and various wet mouth sounds. Life of Pi 2001-09-01T00:00:00Z Marcus grunts in surprise, losing his footing, and I untangle myself and try to scramble to my feet. An Ember in the Ashes 2015-04-28T00:00:00Z He slammed a sidestroke into Haider's ribs, and was rewarded with a muffled grunt of pain. A Game of Thrones 1997-08-04T00:00:00Z He yelled and screamed and grunted with every thrust, slice, and twist. Scythe 2016-11-22T00:00:00Z Standing while Mr. Jones walks in a circle around me, his head nodding, occasionally grunting, then humming. Black Brother, Black Brother 2020-03-03T00:00:00Z Mr. Ritchie fingered the end of the scarf and gave a satisfied nod and a grunt. The Vanderbeekers of 141st Street 2017-10-03T00:00:00Z He kind of grunted when Ms. Morales paused and it seemed like she needed an answer, but he had no idea what he was agreeing to. The Strangers 2019-04-02T00:00:00Z She grunted a few times, and I realized she was chuckling. Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky 2019-10-15T00:00:00Z All around, other bodies grunted and fought, a tangle of forms that had to be Sadna’s heavy crew. Ship Breaker 2010-05-01T00:00:00Z The troll grunted, flipping the limp human body over his head. Artemis Fowl 2001-04-26T00:00:00Z I held Nan’s crutches as Abby’s mom tried to help her in, but Nan grunted, gritted her teeth, and got into the van on her own. Hope Springs 2021-08-10T00:00:00Z He turned in his seat to look at me, held up his plate, and grunted. Chains 2008-01-01T00:00:00Z Dr. Legs explained that many people believe spoken communication evolved because human societies had become so complex that hand gestures and grunting were no longer enough. The Thing About Jellyfish 2015-09-22T00:00:00Z I put my shoulder to the footrest of the chair and heave, grunting as I push the chair toward the door. Love, Hate & Other Filters 2018-01-16T00:00:00Z Liam looked like he was about to say something, but instead, he let out a frustrated grunt, spun on his heel, and started toward the nearby trees, in the exact opposite direction Chubs had taken. The Darkest Minds 2012-12-18T00:00:00Z I managed to get it down to a single, closed-mouth grunt, and guess what? All American Boys 2015-09-29T00:00:00Z The lion grunted and lay still while the hare pretended to search for another louse. The Girl Who Married a Lion: and Other Tales from Africa 2004-12-07T00:00:00Z “Not to worry,” grunted Aunt Marge, mopping her face with her napkin. Harry Potter And The Prisoner Of Azkaban 1999-07-08T00:00:00Z “I am so sorry. It was the only way I could think of to help you—” Javier grunts as he lifts me by my armpits into a seat. The Last Cuentista 2021-10-12T00:00:00Z They both grunt from the effort, heaving their weight back so the ropes slide over the railing, and then reaching forward to grab again. Divergent 2011-04-25T00:00:00Z “There! I hope to have a lavish apology,” grunted Tam Lin, peeling the tape, none too gently, off Matt’s skin. The House of the Scorpion 2002-01-01T00:00:00Z I was a chubby kid and Blue Eyes probably should’ve snapped in half, but he only wobbled a bit, grunting. Made You Up 2015-05-19T00:00:00Z He grunted and I could see his stomach bouncing a little under the white sheet from him wanting to laugh but trying not to because of his broken ribs. The Boy in the Black Suit 2015-01-06T00:00:00Z Ma grunts and taps her cane anxiously on the pavement. Dragons in a Bag 2018-10-23T00:00:00Z Even in second-tier glamour industries like publishing, advertising, and media, swarms of bright young people throw themselves at grunt jobs that pay poorly and demand unstinting devotion. Freakonomics: A Rogue Economist Explores the Hidden Side of Everything 2005-04-12T00:00:00Z Outside again, he spent a bungling five minutes sloppily tying the cords holding his suitcase together, and, when that was more or less accomplished, he hoisted the suitcase with a grunt and began walking west. The Milagro Beanfield War 1974-01-01T00:00:00Z Herman E. Calloway grunted and the three of them walked up on the stage. Bud, Not Buddy 1999-09-02T00:00:00Z He worked without a word, grunting occasionally, and making a tsking sound with his tongue. Fever 1793 2000-01-01T00:00:00Z With Tyler gone, the rest of us were promoted: Luke, at sixteen, became the eldest son, my father’s right hand, and Richard and I took his place as grunts. Educated 2018-02-20T00:00:00Z “About time,” she grunted, flicking the throttle wide open. Artemis Fowl 2001-04-26T00:00:00Z But tonight she grunted when she stood up. Kira-Kira 2004-02-01T00:00:00Z Up ahead, Varney, the orphanage’s huge old triceratops, grunted and stomped his feet. Dactyl Hill Squad 2018-09-11T00:00:00Z There was no sound now in the early-night hush, except for their feet scraping laxly through the dust, their clothes rustling as they grunted softly and sent the ball toward the basket. The Milagro Beanfield War 1974-01-01T00:00:00Z He plunged deeper; behind him, the straining, grunting Fflewddur did his best to avoid dropping his end of the sling. The Black Cauldron 1965-06-01T00:00:00Z We roll around, grunting, so close I can feel his breath on my face. Water for Elephants 2006-05-26T00:00:00Z When I walked in the door, up the steps, and into my room without a grunt, Dad noticed. Please Ignore Vera Dietz 2012-10-12T00:00:00Z And then they heard it — a low grunting, and the shuffling footfalls of gigantic feet. Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone 1997-06-26T00:00:00Z Watney was shoved back into his couch so hard he couldn't even grunt. The Martian 2011-01-01T00:00:00Z The hard work of hoisting heavy casks into the hold was accompanied by the stevedores’ usual grunts and muttered oaths. An American Plague: The True and Terrifying Story of the Yellow Fever Epidemic of 1793 2003-06-23T00:00:00Z He grunted a few times, but didn’t budge. Anthem of a Reluctant Prophet 2007-04-30T00:00:00Z The officer peered down at me, grunted, and signaled for me to join the group of workers leaving for Schindler's sub-camp. The Boy on the Wooden Box 2013-08-27T00:00:00Z He grunts and ruts like a billy goat. Water for Elephants 2006-05-26T00:00:00Z Smith did little more than make a few grunts about Seabiscuit having good speed. Seabiscuit: An American Legend 2001-01-01T00:00:00Z My grandmother grunts and says, “Far, far away.” Dragons in a Bag 2018-10-23T00:00:00Z No sooner had I sat down on a stump thanI heard someone huffing and grunting up the path. Hope Springs 2021-08-10T00:00:00Z Newt grunted and stepped up to the Slammer, pulling his keys out as he did so. The Maze Runner 2009-10-06T00:00:00Z Salvador grunted, “Come on then,” and they stepped out the door into the dawn. Lupita Mañana 1981-03-21T00:00:00Z I should have grunted and let him read what he wanted in it. Travels with Charley in Search of America 1962-01-01T00:00:00Z He groans and grunts while he reads and once in a while he laughs, but he’d never give it up even though all that reading worries his blood, my grandmother said. Jazz 1992-01-01T00:00:00Z Then there was a creature bounding along the pig track toward him, with tusks gleaming and an intimidating grunt. Lord of the Flies 1954-09-17T00:00:00Z We always grunted a reply only half in jest. I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings 1969-01-01T00:00:00Z She grunted an answer, and he reached over, grabbing a strap of the knapsack. Uglies 2005-02-08T00:00:00Z The sergeant gave a grunting cry and fell clumsily, grasping his leg, trying to breathe, trying to call out. The Amber Spyglass 2000-10-10T00:00:00Z The guard grunted as he stretched his arms. Holes 1998-08-20T00:00:00Z With a grunt, he stepped aside and allowed us to pass through the open door. The City Beautiful 2021-10-05T00:00:00Z With a loud grunt he sat down in the dusty street. Where the Red Fern Grows 1961-01-01T00:00:00Z Then the bear dropped him with a grunt. Touching Spirit Bear 2001-01-09T00:00:00Z There was a little grunt, and a rock whistled over my shoulder and bounced down the sidewalk. The Honest Truth 2014-10-07T00:00:00Z They mashed their tender pink snouts down into the slop, and rooted and grunted their satisfaction. I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings 1969-01-01T00:00:00Z So we finish our routine and hit the weights before the football team enters the weight room and starts grunting and trying to see who can bench-press the most L-B-S-es. Boy21 2012-01-01T00:00:00Z Giants screeched, moaned, grunted, and hummed that the bride was beautiful, the groom was handsome, they would be healthy for long and forever, and this was the happiest day in anybody’s memory. Ella Enchanted 1998-09-01T00:00:00Z “All you have to do is point and grunt.” Harry Potter And The Goblet Of Fire 2000-07-08T00:00:00Z But there was no scream—only a series of grunting squeals. East of Eden 1952-09-01T00:00:00Z She steadied herself with a hand on the wall, and dug her heels deeper, moving inch by inch while he grunted, “Ah! Ifem, yes, just there. Ah!” Americanah 2013-05-14T00:00:00Z The baby came to life then and she could hear it, could hear its hungry grunts, its gurgles and jabbering. A Thousand Splendid Suns 2007-05-22T00:00:00Z “I hope so,” Dicey grunted, jerking back on a fat vine. Homecoming 1981-01-01T00:00:00Z In and out, one punch at a time, two jabs, and Rivera was grunting, uh . . . uh, as he tried to find Alfred in the dazzling light and the flying sweat. The Contender 1967-01-01T00:00:00Z I tugged at Otto’s nipples, and he gave a complex confused grunt. Endangered 2012-10-01T00:00:00Z We lay there like two giggling children while below us the great beast grunted and snuffed around our fire, occasionally sending up gouts of flame. The Name of the Wind 2007-03-27T00:00:00Z I’m trying to remember a single “hello” or “hey” or even a friendly grunt. Thirteen Reasons Why 2007-10-18T00:00:00Z As he stumbled backwards, she spun the spear around and drove its point through his belly with a grunt. A Dance with Dragons 2011-07-12T00:00:00Z In the end, though, cursing his old bones and grunting like a hungry pig, he succeeded, the backhoe lurched forward, and as it did Amarante’s floppy hat jolted off his head. The Milagro Beanfield War 1974-01-01T00:00:00Z The men grunted as they hoisted the first crate and hauled it off to the Coral Queen. Flush 2005-09-13T00:00:00Z He made a noise, something between a grunt and a croak, then stood quickly. 145th Street: Short Stories 2001-01-01T00:00:00Z I finally made it to the landing and, with one final indelicate grunt, pulled the trunk onto it after me. Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children 2011-06-07T00:00:00Z I beat bags and skipped rope and grunted and sweated all over the place. The Autobiography of Malcolm X 1965-01-01T00:00:00Z After much grunting and pushing, snapping and popping, it fell. Where the Red Fern Grows 1961-01-01T00:00:00Z With that, grunting with the effort, he picked up the sticky-fronted body and hauled it over the back of the pony. Stardust 1998-10-01T00:00:00Z She grunted and handed me a small fish with glassy eyes. Chains 2008-01-01T00:00:00Z Cain grunted and pressed Renault’s blade, forcing the mercenary to take a step back. Throne of Glass 2012-08-07T00:00:00Z I hear yawning, grunting, men relieving themselves into slop buckets. Blood on the River 2006-05-04T00:00:00Z “What gave it away?” he grunted as he staggered to his feet, still rubbing his lower belly. Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince 2005-07-16T00:00:00Z The cheerful tinkle of steel drums now mixed with Luno’s odd piggish grunts, the wiry stranger swinging a deck mop with painful accuracy. Flush 2005-09-13T00:00:00Z For a full minute he grunted with the effort, and again the ball popped back to shape. Wringer 1997-08-16T00:00:00Z He grunted and got the last one up and onto the rack. All American Boys 2015-09-29T00:00:00Z “You know, you don’t have to be out here—we’ve got plenty of staff who can do the grunt work for you.” Red, White & Royal Blue 2019-05-14T00:00:00Z It gave a great guttural grunt as it looked up and saw us. The Name of the Wind 2007-03-27T00:00:00Z She grunts and takes her time getting to the door. A Mango-Shaped Space 2003-04-16T00:00:00Z Luno grunted out a harsh chuckle and rasped something in a foreign language. Flush 2005-09-13T00:00:00Z Shadow spent the night half-awake, drifting in and out of sleep, listening to his new cellmate grunt and snore in the bunk below him. American Gods 2011-06-21T00:00:00Z With a grunt he picked up that of Count and Countess Andrenyi and opened it. Murder on the Orient Express 1934-01-01T00:00:00Z Mankind, by its nature, produced infantrymen and Bull approved that the grunts of the world could not enter into the language of aviators. The Great Santini 1976-01-01T00:00:00Z He saw a man swinging a black rifle, grunts and yells and weird thick sounds unlike anything he had ever heard before. The Killer Angels: The Classic Novel of the Civil War 1974-01-01T00:00:00Z There was an eternal hissing of steam, the deep grunting of steel engines, and the tolling of bells. Black Boy 1945-01-01T00:00:00Z There was a long pause, a tap-tap-tapping of fingers on a hard surface, and finally a grunt. The Mysterious Benedict Society 2008-04-01T00:00:00Z Satisfied, she grunted, and told the maid to serve ‘the little master.’This young girl was hardly older than Cilia. Johnny Tremain 1943-01-01T00:00:00Z He looks like a monster in a film and it makes me laugh but he pulls at them and grunts, Uck, uck, and tears come to his eyes. Angela's Ashes: A Memoir 1996-09-05T00:00:00Z Brer grunted as crumbled leaves tumbled out of an opening near his head. Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky 2019-10-15T00:00:00Z Bob grunted as another one dropped in front of him, and then another in front of Percy. The House of Hades 2013-10-08T00:00:00Z Needles twitched and grunted, as if his clothes had become full of tiny, invisible knives, shanking him with every tug of a pant leg. When I Was the Greatest 2014-01-07T00:00:00Z Boys who hadn’t so much as grunted for the first two-thirds of practice now shouted for the ball. Outcasts United: An American Town, a Refugee Team, and One Woman's Quest to Make a Difference 2009-04-21T00:00:00Z He responded by punching the first boy in the nose, and soon the two were rolling on the grass, grunting and raining blows on one another. Schooled 2000-02-29T00:00:00Z He wanted to yell for help as they strove against each other frantically in a grunting, panting stalemate, arm against arm. Catch-22 1961-11-10T00:00:00Z Afore I seen anything I heard the sound of a chain rattling, then a hard grunt like something heavy was changing directions sudden-like. Elijah of Buxton 2007-08-06T00:00:00Z Mr. Dacus picked it up, grunted monosyllables of assent and negation, then hung up. The Great Santini 1976-01-01T00:00:00Z Sir Fig grunted but stayed snoozing on my feet. Sir Fig Newton and the Science of Persistence 2022-03-22T00:00:00Z Dad grunts his assent and speeds up a little. Linked 2021-07-20T00:00:00Z The deputy standing by the door made a grunting noise and held up five chubby fingers, which was the number of minutes left before he took my father back to the cell. Flush 2005-09-13T00:00:00Z "One," says Jane, and I say, "Two," and she says, "Three," and grunts. Will Grayson, Will Grayson 2010-04-06T00:00:00Z Teenie grunted and kept glancing at the window to the upstairs room where Lena and Miss Isabelle were trying to stall the doctor and Mr. Derby. Copper Sun 2006-01-01T00:00:00Z A few grunts, a couple of pushes, and out came Hassan. The Kite Runner 2003-05-01T00:00:00Z The first goes in and after seven minutes of huffing and grunting emerges again, struggling with his fly. Water for Elephants 2006-05-26T00:00:00Z He grunted as he ran, maybe from the weight of her. A Place to Belong 2019-05-14T00:00:00Z When she spoke, she got no answer but a grunt, and not even that much since midday. A Game of Thrones 1997-08-04T00:00:00Z The monster tensed, gave a surprised grunt, then—snap! The Lightning Thief 2005-07-01T00:00:00Z I snarled as we grappled blind and grunting in the darkness. The City Beautiful 2021-10-05T00:00:00Z A kind of grunt, but no noise of falling, came dearly on the north wind, and then the boar was gone. The Once and Future King 1958-01-01T00:00:00Z He watched, curious, as they met at the big iron door of the small building; one of the boys turned the rusty wheel handle, grunting with the effort. The Maze Runner 2009-10-06T00:00:00Z As the bear turned toward him again, Cole screamed,“No! No more!” but his words came out as coarse grunts. Touching Spirit Bear 2001-01-09T00:00:00Z “Sorry,” he grunted, as the tiny old man stumbled and almost fell. Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone 1997-06-26T00:00:00Z Deirdre brayed and the goat stamped the ground and the owl hooted and the chickens clucked and Grunt grunted his appreciation. Hollow City 2014-01-14T00:00:00Z Uncle Kufa’s brother, waiting in the shadows near the porch, grunted in agreement. A Girl Named Disaster 1996-01-01T00:00:00Z She grunted hard and angrily and marched into the room. Gone Crazy in Alabama 2015-04-21T00:00:00Z After a lot of grunting, he rolled over the top of the four-foot-tall barrier. Dog Squad 2021-05-11T00:00:00Z Bigger aimed and let the skillet fly with a heavy grunt. Native Son 1940-03-01T00:00:00Z Thor just shook his head and grunted, and did not reply. Norse Mythology 2017-02-07T00:00:00Z It grunted again like thunder, then bobbed its head and breathed another great gout of billowing blue fire. The Name of the Wind 2007-03-27T00:00:00Z She pulled the planks out of the way, one by one, grunting and sweating with the effort, revealing a deep, round, brick-lined hole in the ground. Coraline 2002-02-24T00:00:00Z He tried to make a sound, even a grunt, but it was impossible. Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince 2005-07-16T00:00:00Z Victor grunted as they passed through the gate. The Thief Lord 2002-09-01T00:00:00Z They also forgot how to talk, and nobody now made any sound other than a bark or a grunt. The Girl Who Married a Lion: and Other Tales from Africa 2004-12-07T00:00:00Z I smiled back, and I tried really hard not to kick or grunt or make a noise that would scare her away. Out of My Mind 2010-03-09T00:00:00Z The Skraeling fell, grunting, as the bullet thudded into his leg. The Subtle Knife 1997-01-01T00:00:00Z We wash and chop fruit together and grunt occasionally. Ask the Passengers 2012-10-23T00:00:00Z Bull grunted, a monosyllable meaningless in any language, but an audible assent that he had heard and understood her. The Great Santini 1976-01-01T00:00:00Z Cook only grunted when she saw Ophie, which was not unusual. Ophie's Ghosts 2021-05-18T00:00:00Z “What we have done is taken the grunt work. You know what is needed to prepare a tax return? Very little creative work. This is what will move overseas.” The World Is Flat 2005-04-05T00:00:00Z Minho got up with a grunt and put on his backpack. The Maze Runner 2009-10-06T00:00:00Z When I'm dressed and ready to leave, Papi only looks up from his book and grunts. Pride 2018-09-18T00:00:00Z He’d never done more than grunt at her when she greeted him, and none of the crew much enjoyed his company, but he could steer a ship better than anyone in Kelanna. The Reader 2016-01-12T00:00:00Z And only seconds later, it seemed, they could hear the rush of flight, the whiz of arrows, and the grunt and scream of voices raised in pain or anger or command. The Subtle Knife 1997-01-01T00:00:00Z I fired back and one grunted and dropped to the ground. Geeks: How Two Lost Boys Rode the Internet Out of Idaho 2000-01-01T00:00:00Z He extended it and squinted through its light at Ranofer, but merely grunted without interest when he saw who it was, and turned back to Ibni. The Golden Goblet 1961-04-24T00:00:00Z He makes a noise, which I can only describe as some form of a grunt. Counting by 7s 2013-08-29T00:00:00Z The guys grunted and pushed down on the lever. Time Bomb 2018-03-13T00:00:00Z Mom grunts, annoyed that she has to explain. Free Lunch 2019-09-10T00:00:00Z His response is a frown and a grunt. The Running Dream 2011-01-11T00:00:00Z “Back off, benchwarmer,” he grunted as he tried a ball fake. Here to Stay 2018-09-08T00:00:00Z He grunted an assent and scraped some more at the spotless bowl in his hands. Son 2012-10-02T00:00:00Z Harry tried to wish him luck as he walked past, but all that came out of his mouth was a sort of hoarse grunt. Harry Potter And The Goblet Of Fire 2000-07-08T00:00:00Z He groaned and grunted as he heaved himself out and into view. The Joy Luck Club 1989-01-01T00:00:00Z He liked the grunting that belched deep from Boom Box’s gut like a tom-tom. Clayton Byrd Goes Underground 2017-05-09T00:00:00Z Baba grunts, but he straightens up a little. A Place at the Table 2020-08-11T00:00:00Z “Worthless,” I heard the PSF grunt behind me. The Darkest Minds 2012-12-18T00:00:00Z “I’m no one’s grunt. I work for myself. It’s something the Americans called entrepreneurship. There’s an attic down in the Levee, all made up with beds from a boardinghouse that got shuttered.” The City Beautiful 2021-10-05T00:00:00Z And when finally they set the structure to burn the books, using the, firemen, I grunted a few times and subsided, for there were no others grunting or yelling with me, by then. Fahrenheit 451 1953-01-01T00:00:00Z January 5 Night Mother runs in after work, hands clenched into white balls, words chopped into grunts, face of ash. Inside Out and Back Again 2011-03-22T00:00:00Z Root grunted, his complexion returning to its normal ruddy hue. Artemis Fowl 2001-04-26T00:00:00Z Scoob gives a vague nod and grunt and bites his thumbnail. Clean Getaway 2020-01-07T00:00:00Z The moment his skin touched the smooth stone, the grunts from the creature transformed into the voice of a youthful boy, who sounded about as old as Nathan. Healer of the Water Monster 2021-05-11T00:00:00Z Crane-man grunted as he stood, then leaned on the new crutch to test it. A Single Shard 2001-04-23T00:00:00Z And even if I explained it slowly and simply, Papito would most likely brush off plays as a huge waste of time and grunt that I should be doing real work in the fields. The Queen of Water 1996-01-01T00:00:00Z She heard it as she had never heard it before, and there were other sounds as well, grunts of pain, angry curses, shouts for help, and the moans of wounded and dying men. A Game of Thrones 1997-08-04T00:00:00Z There was a grunt and a loud groaning of wood as the cage slid sideways and then the Wall was beneath him. A Game of Thrones 1997-08-04T00:00:00Z Also—he never looked up to acknowledge the grunts of acceptance—also, we were bound to get some new equipment for the home economics building and the workshop. I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings 1969-01-01T00:00:00Z Gary asked, spooning ice cream into his mouth and grunting with delight. The Serpent King 2016-03-08T00:00:00Z Then Uncle Jet grunted as he pushed the front of the truck. Healer of the Water Monster 2021-05-11T00:00:00Z As she turned her head, the man stepped out with a muffled grunt. Shadowshaper 2015-06-30T00:00:00Z Understanding the dismissal, her tormentor grunted and released her. Throne of Glass 2012-08-07T00:00:00Z Gerald just grunted and slumped in a seat by the kitchen table. Forged by Fire 1997-01-01T00:00:00Z He grunted, and I knew he was struggling to keep us going under my weight. The Darkest Minds 2012-12-18T00:00:00Z I grunt and yank the blades the rest of the way through Maisie’s neck. Dread Nation 2018-04-03T00:00:00Z With a grunt, he shoved it down the slope. Touching Spirit Bear 2001-01-09T00:00:00Z She was stooped over and was grunting, trying to reach for the paper bag of belongings that she had put down in order to open the door. A Thousand Splendid Suns 2007-05-22T00:00:00Z Donald grunted in disapproval or shook his head at newspaper items about the latest slave incident, but it wasn’t clear if he judged the brutality of the master or the intransigence of the slave. The Underground Railroad: A Novel 2016-08-02T00:00:00Z Mr. Purdy is the kind of man who can make a grunt seem polite. Al Capone Does My Shirts 2004-01-01T00:00:00Z Arya climbed up on the window and sat beside him, to a chorus of thuds and grunts from the yard below. A Game of Thrones 1997-08-04T00:00:00Z Pita flayed her arms and grunted from behind clenched teeth, resisting the witch’s poison. Summer of the Mariposas 2012-10-20T00:00:00Z And you ought to see him in his hunting clothes grunting away, doing pull-ups on that rusted swing set in his backyard. Red Kayak 2004-09-23T00:00:00Z The moment his skin lost contact with the turquoise necklace, the creature grunted. Healer of the Water Monster 2021-05-11T00:00:00Z The pilot stepped up to Mark, then reached down and grabbed his feet, lifted them with a grunt. The Kill Order (Maze Runner, Book Four; Origin) 2012-08-14T00:00:00Z Miss Trixie exhaled a grunting snore into Mrs. Levy’s lacquered hair. A Confederacy of Dunces 1980-01-01T00:00:00Z There were the sounds of a fight: grunting, shuffling, cursing, the banging of elbows and knees on wood, the smack of flesh on flesh. The Reader 2016-01-12T00:00:00Z When Papito was with us, he was mostly silent and stony- faced, communicating through grunts and orders. The Queen of Water 1996-01-01T00:00:00Z Then he imagined the Bull charging forward, grunting and panting and sniffing him out like a wolf. Hello, Universe 2017-03-14T00:00:00Z But at other times, she would gyrate and make grunting sounds and spasmodically sweep her books and pens to the floor. October Sky 1999-04-01T00:00:00Z “Why dis?” asked Ess with a grunt, pushing hard to get the corner of the blanket securely under. Orphan Island 2017-05-30T00:00:00Z Mr. Savo looked at her out of his left eye and grunted. The Chosen 1967-04-28T00:00:00Z Shouts and grunts and the sounds of machines, and oddly, an orchestra playing somewhere inside. The Light in Hidden Places 2020-03-03T00:00:00Z He grunted loudly and scratched on the ground in front of him he kept watching the entrance of the bear cave. Ceremony: 1977-03-01T00:00:00Z Usually the only sounds you heard at fencing tournaments were the primal grunts and yells from the fencers themselves on the strip. Proud 2018-07-24T00:00:00Z I looked up at him, but he only grunted. Made You Up 2015-05-19T00:00:00Z I had known Martin was awake for at least ten minutes; his breathing had become much lighter, and he had stopped doing his weird little lip licking and grunts. The Darkest Minds 2012-12-18T00:00:00Z He examined the table, gave a grunt when he found what he wanted, and turned a switch. Dragonwings 1975-01-01T00:00:00Z They tugged at the chair with loud grunts and tried to force it free, but it was completely stuck. Just Mercy 2014-10-21T00:00:00Z Ms. Solomon pulled another tissue out of her pocket, blew her nose loudly, and made a grunting sound. The Line Tender 2019-04-16T00:00:00Z “Maybe you’re not such a barbarian after all,” he grunted, exhaling a huge cloud of green smoke. Artemis Fowl 2001-04-26T00:00:00Z Their faces were twisted hideously as they grunted their way to the stage and began spooning the mushroom soup into their mouths. The Great Santini 1976-01-01T00:00:00Z With a grunt, I tossed the arrow as far as I could into a patch of thick bushes. Willodeen 2021-09-07T00:00:00Z Her words sliced through the air and the cries and shouts and grunts coming from everyone in the tangled mass of bodies fining the stairs from top to bottom went silent. The Kill Order (Maze Runner, Book Four; Origin) 2012-08-14T00:00:00Z In the back Hassan grunted and sniffled as if he were dreaming he was a German shepherd, and Colin felt the ceaseless burning in his gut, thinking, This is all so CHILDISH. An Abundance of Katherines 2006-09-21T00:00:00Z Uncle C grunted as he struggled beneath the weight of the sap being absorbed by his cottony self. Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky 2019-10-15T00:00:00Z "You knew 'bout that alarm," grunted Major, hammering down on him. The Contender 1967-01-01T00:00:00Z He grunted and offered him another rock cake. Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone 1997-06-26T00:00:00Z With another series of grunts they heaved it over the ship’s warped decking and rolled it to where a rudimentary crane had been set up. Ship Breaker 2010-05-01T00:00:00Z They dumped him next to Mark.The soldier grunted and groaned but didn’t resist because they still had the other end of the rope that was tied around his neck. The Kill Order (Maze Runner, Book Four; Origin) 2012-08-14T00:00:00Z With synchronized grunts they hefted him up and moved away from the Square, away from the open space. The Kill Order (Maze Runner, Book Four; Origin) 2012-08-14T00:00:00Z He leaned back and grunted, to show how hard he was working. Homecoming 1981-01-01T00:00:00Z He changed into a pig and grunted and squealed and snorted till she laughed at him, and then he changed into a squirrel and darted through the branches beside her. The Subtle Knife 1997-01-01T00:00:00Z He was stronger, and she grunted at the force required to hold her sword against his. Throne of Glass 2012-08-07T00:00:00Z We got Calvin grunting under the weight of Matt. The Truth as Told by Mason Buttle 2018-01-23T00:00:00Z The man grunted and flung himself sideways, but Will hung on even tighter, and his opponent roared with pain and anger. The Subtle Knife 1997-01-01T00:00:00Z Mr. Charles yanked it a few times, each time letting out a weird grunt, until finally the door swung open. Ghost 2016-08-30T00:00:00Z “It’s only been two days. Surely even a...usual child would have had some adjustment to a new setting….” Mr. Purdy grunts. Al Capone Does My Shirts 2004-01-01T00:00:00Z They must have given him hell, I thought, as he got grunting to his knees and began removing covers from the buckets. Invisible Man 1952-01-01T00:00:00Z Luke gave an affirmative grunt, but he had already stopped listening—especially when Toby began dissecting the girl’s jacket further, her hair, which Toby described as “messy but in a hot way.” We'll Fly Away 2018-05-08T00:00:00Z I hold my breath, grunt as I push. Ninth Ward 2010-08-16T00:00:00Z Alec was cursing and grunting, and at one point Mark started to slip off the edge and the old man pulled him back up, only to resume his cursing. The Kill Order (Maze Runner, Book Four; Origin) 2012-08-14T00:00:00Z He jabbed his thumb at Magister Spurge and grunted, “Why hasn’t this pale night-worm crawled back to the hole he came from?” The Assassination of Brangwain Spurge 2018-09-25T00:00:00Z Cuntr Asha wanted to shout back at him, but her throat was so dry she could do no more than grunt. A Dance with Dragons 2011-07-12T00:00:00Z “Awkward friction. Lots of grunting and smelliness and sweat from them, and I played along, but it was nothing. Being poked in the pelvis from the inside. Didn’t feel good. Didn’t feel bad. Just nothing.” Odd One Out 2018-08-09T00:00:00Z Constance grunted in agreement, not wishing to disillusion her trusting old friend. Redwall 1986-10-23T00:00:00Z The only noises to be heard were Captain Hardcastle’s little snorting grunts and the soft sound of pen-nibs moving over paper. Boy: Tales of a Childhood 1984-01-01T00:00:00Z And the pig, hearing a familiar call from the corner of the lot, had come grunting from his sanctuary and gone in the direction of the call. Sounder 1969-01-01T00:00:00Z Like a tiny fish, a thought wavered in her mind—only to swim away as the emperor sat up and grunted. When the Sea Turned to Silver 2016-10-04T00:00:00Z I kicked him hard in the knee and he let go of me with a grunt. Dragonwings 1975-01-01T00:00:00Z Then he tore a chicken strip in half with a grunt like the Hulk. The Season of Styx Malone 2018-10-16T00:00:00Z The She Elephant grunted and swept aside a heap of chicken heads to make room for him. The Ear, the Eye, and the Arm 1994-04-01T00:00:00Z She lets out a grunt of delight when she reaches the electro-bomb, and her eyes widen when she holds up the metallic sphere to inspect it. Legend 2011-11-29T00:00:00Z “Of course, of course, everyone here does,” the king grunted. The Phantom Tollbooth 1961-09-01T00:00:00Z But he could hear the man’s pounding steps, and his grunting breaths. I Survived the American Revolution, 1776 2017-08-01T00:00:00Z Thor grunts in pain and then falls lifeless to the earth, poisoned by the creature he slew. Norse Mythology 2017-02-07T00:00:00Z "Oh, hey, Noodles," she grunted, and rolled her eyes around the world. When I Was the Greatest 2014-01-07T00:00:00Z Tad grabbed one end as Z grabbed the other and grunted as they tipped the thing over. Time Bomb 2018-03-13T00:00:00Z Helmuth cries out at the thuds of fists, the hard grind of boots against bone, the grunts, the groans, and then silence. The Boy Who Dared 2008-02-01T00:00:00Z He gave Lupita a quick look from her crown of braids to her black sandals, grunted, and said, “Come on then.” Lupita Mañana 1981-03-21T00:00:00Z The old man grunted, shrugged, and went back to his bloody work. A Game of Thrones 1997-08-04T00:00:00Z When it slumped, he grunted and tossed it to the side. Root Magic 2021-01-05T00:00:00Z He threw his arm around her waist, swept her up with an animal-like grunt, and placed her before him in the saddle. The House of the Spirits: A Novel 1982-01-01T00:00:00Z The knight grunted, turning, wrenching his weapon up. A Game of Thrones 1997-08-04T00:00:00Z She grunts and nods, disappears inside for a moment, and comes back with a set of keys and a lit lantern. The Light in Hidden Places 2020-03-03T00:00:00Z A dull angry grunt caught in his throat. Touching Spirit Bear 2001-01-09T00:00:00Z “You, get on the wall,” he grunted at me. Newjack: Guarding Sing Sing 2000-01-01T00:00:00Z She pulled something out of the chest, then grunted with approval and slammed the Story Box closed. Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky 2019-10-15T00:00:00Z She heard the low, soft, rhythmic grunts of the females and cooing of the infants, the rumble of the males, with now and then a challenging bark. A Girl Named Disaster 1996-01-01T00:00:00Z He kept spitting blood and grunting in pain. When I Was the Greatest 2014-01-07T00:00:00Z He put his hands up, grabbing the air, yanking toward himself with a grunt. Anya and the Dragon 2019-09-24T00:00:00Z The noises grew louder and more distinct, the clack of wood on wood, and as they grew closer they heard heavy breathing as well, and now and then a grunt. A Game of Thrones 1997-08-04T00:00:00Z Finally he grunted a couple of times and started to bend over but his big belly got in the way and wouldn’t let his arms reach to the ground. Bud, Not Buddy 1999-09-02T00:00:00Z “I’m not working for him. I have an arrangement with him. He’s not my boss. He’s my manager and sponsor. It’s different. I’m no one’s grunt. You know that.” The City Beautiful 2021-10-05T00:00:00Z He was doubled over and grunting when he noticed the children. The Inquisitor's Tale 2016-09-27T00:00:00Z I’d heard the grunt of exertion escape his lips as the blow landed, seen the momentary bulge of his eyes. The Secret Life of Bees 2002-01-01T00:00:00Z They paced the corridor in a menacing group, talking in grunts and comparing the size of their clubs. Harry Potter And The Prisoner Of Azkaban 1999-07-08T00:00:00Z My boots echo on the boardwalk as I approach, and he glances over his shoulder and grunts. Dread Nation 2018-04-03T00:00:00Z The Shavepate took an axe down off the wall, inspected it, and grunted. A Dance with Dragons 2011-07-12T00:00:00Z He would sit up there on the dais twitching and grunting and never once would he look down at his desk. Boy: Tales of a Childhood 1984-01-01T00:00:00Z “Oh, your mama, you mind her,” he grunted when I asked him. The Color of Water: A Black Man's Tribute to His White Mother 1995-01-01T00:00:00Z The two of them grunted and groaned over the box, and finally got it up on a dolly, w'here they could push it to the weighing platform. Song of Solomon 1977-01-01T00:00:00Z Besides the grunts, moans, and whimpers of the villagers, all is quiet. First They Killed My Father: A Daughter of Cambodia Remembers 2000-01-01T00:00:00Z “That’s grunt work, Ma. Why they got a pro like you making deliveries?” Dragons in a Bag 2018-10-23T00:00:00Z I thought about Joe Louis and the sound of the crowd on the radio, the thump of gloves and the grunts and the cheers. X: A Novel 2015-01-01T00:00:00Z ‘What’s going on there? If Apollo doesn’t have his Oracle any more ...’ Percy grunted. Blood of Olympus 2014-10-07T00:00:00Z He grunted as he pried up some dirt, then flung it off to the side. Holes 1998-08-20T00:00:00Z The bed squeaks under him and he grunts when he pulls off his boots and drops them to the floor. Angela's Ashes: A Memoir 1996-09-05T00:00:00Z After a few tugs and grunts, Connor was able to slide the door open enough that we could squeeze through the opening. Insignificant Events in the Life of a Cactus 2017-09-05T00:00:00Z They grunted loudly and the rest of the herd came back. A Long Way Gone: Memoirs of a Boy Soldier 2007-02-13T00:00:00Z He pulled the lifeless body onto his back and pushed with his legs, grunting with the effort. The Maze Runner 2009-10-06T00:00:00Z I heard Father make a grunting sound, and then the door banged, and he stomped out to the barn. My Brother Sam is Dead 1974-01-01T00:00:00Z I grunted, and Daniel made a sound that I couldn’t decipher. Liar, Liar 2011-01-01T00:00:00Z Would I be able to get by with pointing and grunting? Nickel and Dimed: On (Not) Getting By in America 2001-01-01T00:00:00Z The other four guys grunted with every step, which made me think I wasn’t really carrying much weight. The Boy in the Black Suit 2015-01-06T00:00:00Z When she woke him he grunted and leaned forward with a sudden movement to close the files, and then, still seated, pulled her hand to his mouth and kissed it dryly. Atonement 2001-09-20T00:00:00Z I heard a grunt as he stood up, then the heavy thumping of his boots faded away into silence. The Name of the Wind 2007-03-27T00:00:00Z It’s a cool night, but carrying the heavy sack has us grunting and sweating like pigs. Linked 2021-07-20T00:00:00Z Breakfast conversation is limited to a series of laconic grunts. Travels with Charley in Search of America 1962-01-01T00:00:00Z The mother clucked and grunted to show the doctor what the animals had sounded like. How the García Girls Lost Their Accents 1991-01-04T00:00:00Z “Well, not everyone, has their own fountain or ceilings as high as those in the Doge’s Palace,” Victor grunted back. The Thief Lord 2002-09-01T00:00:00Z Then he gave a soft grunt, like he was amused by this idea. Book Scavenger 2015-06-02T00:00:00Z I strain and hold back a grunt on the final one and discharge myself to the mattress. It’s Kind of a Funny Story 2006-04-02T00:00:00Z With much grunting and groaning he complied, elbowing the youths away as he lifted me to his shoulder. Ophelia 2006-10-31T00:00:00Z As I listen to Dad probe and Justin grunt in response, I can feel my mood change. Finding Junie Kim 2021-05-04T00:00:00Z Even referring to us by name rather than with a grunt and a curse was punishable. The Boy on the Wooden Box 2013-08-27T00:00:00Z The muffled grunt when a stomach is kicked in. The God of Small Things 1997-01-01T00:00:00Z Papito grunted that school was a waste of time and money. The Queen of Water 1996-01-01T00:00:00Z It’s ruddy dark in the barn now and I can hear grunts and barks and clanks and then I hear Matthew cry out in pain at what must surely be a bite. The Knife of Never Letting Go 2008-05-05T00:00:00Z Lamar grunted and reclined in his chair, folding his arms across his beer gut. The Serpent King 2016-03-08T00:00:00Z I dash back and forth, hooting and grunting, doing a gorilla dance of happiness. The One and Only Ivan 2012-01-17T00:00:00Z He rammed his shoulder against one of the open windows and grunted as the frame shuddered but didn’t break. Time Bomb 2018-03-13T00:00:00Z And immediately before them was a cloud of whirling, swirling sand from which came a series of grunts. Mary Poppins 1962-10-27T00:00:00Z He grunted and turned, trying to get comfortable, and then he opened his eyes. East of Eden 1952-09-01T00:00:00Z Hen Wen joined the hunt with enthusiasm, grunting happily, rooting under leaves and stones. The Book of Three 1964-03-12T00:00:00Z Heavy, serious-minded bears and boars grunted behind him. The Magician's Nephew 1955-05-02T00:00:00Z Con asked, grunting as he lay down, trying to prop his leg up at a more comfortable angle. Huntress 2011-04-05T00:00:00Z Ma and Pa said it seemed pretty good to them, and when I told the words to Mr. Leroy he didn’t do nothing but grunt, which was saying a whole lot for him. Elijah of Buxton 2007-08-06T00:00:00Z He heard a grunt and he swung again, but the invisible god was gone. The House of Hades 2013-10-08T00:00:00Z She asks John something in Korean slang, something about “being okay,” and he grunts back. Native Speaker 1995-01-01T00:00:00Z I grunted, sitting back on my heels, and stood still while the rest of my classmates graduated. Made You Up 2015-05-19T00:00:00Z When Wick Whittlestick slashed at his throat, the word turned into a grunt. A Dance with Dragons 2011-07-12T00:00:00Z Sometimes they grunt or say “Aha” or “Trade you” or “Got you back”; or they exchange new, obscure good-natured insults: “You surd!” Cat's Eye 1988-09-01T00:00:00Z I translated her words and White Deer grunted, but I could tell he was pleased. Dragonwings 1975-01-01T00:00:00Z Before I could draw breath again, he fell to the ground with a loud grunt. Root Magic 2021-01-05T00:00:00Z At last, Father started snoring loudly with gasps and grunts between—when Stella teased him about it each morning, however, he’d swear that he never made a noise. Stella by Starlight 2015-01-06T00:00:00Z We grappled with the rope, grunting for control. The City Beautiful 2021-10-05T00:00:00Z Ronan seems so calm, but he grunts as he sends the crepe into the air. Shouting at the Rain 2019-05-07T00:00:00Z “Veturius,” Faris grunts at me, and I’m relieved that he doesn’t treat me with the same fawning awe as everyone else. An Ember in the Ashes 2015-04-28T00:00:00Z There was something reassuring about the rhythm of the grunts. The God of Small Things 1997-01-01T00:00:00Z He took the blow stoically enough when Harry told him, merely grunting and shrugging, but Harry had the distinct feeling as he walked away that Dean and Seamus were muttering mutinously behind his back. Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince 2005-07-16T00:00:00Z He then unhitched the trailer and with a lot of grunting effort he pulled it into the garage. Dead End in Norvelt 2011-09-13T00:00:00Z I grabbed a tin bucket next and, letting out a grunt, threw it with so much force it left a dent in the wall. The Secret Life of Bees 2002-01-01T00:00:00Z Powell grunted vaguely, and when Donovan broke the resulting silence, it was to change the subject completely. I, Robot 1950-12-02T00:00:00Z He grunted, peered into the bucket, and poked through it with a finger. Chains 2008-01-01T00:00:00Z After some grunting and a lot of profanities, I was able to reach the toolbox. The Martian 2011-01-01T00:00:00Z Natalie might have grunted again, and this time the sound could have gotten lost in the noise of the engine starting up. The Strangers 2019-04-02T00:00:00Z She just made a sound with her mouth, like a grunt, that I couldn’t read. The Boy in the Black Suit 2015-01-06T00:00:00Z Instead, and only in part to spite him, I grunted my best Korean to the other men. Native Speaker 1995-01-01T00:00:00Z Mr. Burson snapped his fingers and dismounted from his stool with an involuntary grunt, letting his cat leap to the ground. The Serpent King 2016-03-08T00:00:00Z Once, in fact, when he’d heard I was broke, he had looked me up and handed me some money and grunted, “Stick this in your pocket.” The Autobiography of Malcolm X 1965-01-01T00:00:00Z I heard her climbing the stairs, dragging her feet and grunting and groaning like they were straight up and three feet apart. The Sound and the Fury 1929-01-01T00:00:00Z I kept tossing and turning as my relatives grunted, sighed, and snored in their sleep. The Kite Runner 2003-05-01T00:00:00Z She was scrubbing the house, the brick wall, scrubbing furiously at the chalk, grunting with the effort, her cheeks wet. Maniac Magee 1990-01-01T00:00:00Z The movers grunt and tell each other to move in one direction or the other. The Sky at Our Feet 2018-03-06T00:00:00Z Jim rose from the table as I got there, grunted that it would be nice to take a day off to go sledding, and disappeared upstairs into the bathroom. October Sky 1999-04-01T00:00:00Z “Ernest grunted and groaned and made a lot of noises for a while,” Alvarez recalled, “and eventually calmed down and agreed that I was right.” Big Science 2015-07-07T00:00:00Z I heard the dough hit the counter and her little grunts as she kneaded it and rolled it out. The Book of Unknown Americans 2014-06-03T00:00:00Z My mother followed right behind the pastor, accompanying his rhythmic prayer with hallelujah whispers, and my father’s manly but, I guess, godly grunts, all eventually—finally—leading to an amen. All American Boys 2015-09-29T00:00:00Z The man was on his hands and knees, leaning his face into the middle of a bush; he grunted something that kind of sounded like a “Yeah?” The Kill Order (Maze Runner, Book Four; Origin) 2012-08-14T00:00:00Z After a while I became aware that Katz was moving around outside, grunting softly as if from aches and doing something that sounded improbably industrious. A Walk in the Woods 1997-11-01T00:00:00Z She hears the grunts and sighs and songs of the awkward animals, which sometimes, but not always, means danger. Willodeen 2021-09-07T00:00:00Z I hit him in the stomach and he collapsed with a grunt. Dragonwings 1975-01-01T00:00:00Z Tom put his face against the bars and grunted. The House of the Scorpion 2002-01-01T00:00:00Z He made a long, loud grunt as he stood up from the floor. A Place to Belong 2019-05-14T00:00:00Z He stopped hearing the grunts of the wrestlers, the shouts of the crowd, the barking of dogs, the music from the fiddlers preparing nearby. Son 2012-10-02T00:00:00Z He calls me in his office every once in a while, scans the month’s articles with a red pencil, marking and slashing and grunting. The Help 2009-02-10T00:00:00Z Alec greeted Mark and Trina with a grunt when they walked through the lopsided doorway in the Central Shack’s log structure. The Kill Order (Maze Runner, Book Four; Origin) 2012-08-14T00:00:00Z Momma kind of grunted, not saying yes and not saying no. The Watsons Go to Birmingham 1995-01-01T00:00:00Z She imagined he would smell bad, belch, and scratch himself a lot, and speak mostly in grunts. The Mark of Athena 2012-10-02T00:00:00Z Each child breathed easier when the colonel grunted his reluctant assent. The Great Santini 1976-01-01T00:00:00Z I picked up my stick, banged the oxen on their rumps and they heaved and grunted and started off. My Brother Sam is Dead 1974-01-01T00:00:00Z She might as well have been a corpse, Pima commented as she grunted and dragged the girl out. Ship Breaker 2010-05-01T00:00:00Z Rebecca also grunted and coughed a lot, even though she didn’t have a cold or anything. Insignificant Events in the Life of a Cactus 2017-09-05T00:00:00Z Woolf couldn’t stop laughing and was barely able to grunt out his responses. Seabiscuit: An American Legend 2001-01-01T00:00:00Z I hear their gasping breaths, their grunts as they climb the hill. Without Refuge 2018-04-01T00:00:00Z Feet over head, feet over head, feet over head, over and over again, grunting and thumping his way to the bottom, leaving a cloud of dust and burnt, dried-up grass trailing after him. As Brave As You 2016-05-03T00:00:00Z I waved as the Toyota grunted out of the driveway. Sir Fig Newton and the Science of Persistence 2022-03-22T00:00:00Z He grunted loudly as he pulled himself up. A Place to Belong 2019-05-14T00:00:00Z He grunted as she pushed hard against him and climbed to her feet. Time Bomb 2018-03-13T00:00:00Z Pet grunted and wandered off to a corner of the room, pulling open drawers and looking inside. Pet 2019-09-10T00:00:00Z His lips formed the words as he let it come down with a grunt which was a blending of a curse, a prayer and a groan. Native Son 1940-03-01T00:00:00Z Maya grunts like it’s taking everything in her not to choke us. The Hate U Give 2017-02-28T00:00:00Z I started asking questions and he gave single-word answers, sometimes just grunting out a yes or no. Just Mercy 2014-10-21T00:00:00Z A season in the junkyard had honed my reflexes: I’d learned to listen for the low grunt that escaped Dad’s lips whenever he tossed something heavy, and when I heard it I hit the dirt. Educated 2018-02-20T00:00:00Z I started grunting like I was constipated or something, just to draw attention. Patina 2017-08-29T00:00:00Z As soon as my mother left the room, Joey gave a disgusted grunt. Fourth Grade Rats 1991-01-01T00:00:00Z Curses and grunts and groans filled the air briefly, then a couple of the junior high teachers reached into the pile and pulled us out, one by one. Bless Me, Ultima 1972-01-01T00:00:00Z The man in black glanced up and grunted. The Princess Bride 1973-11-01T00:00:00Z The steward struggled to free himself, but Bear squeezed tighter and tighter, grunting like an animal, until the steward’s sword and dagger fell to the ground with a double clang. Crispin: The Cross of Lead 2002-06-01T00:00:00Z He said no more and was soon asleep, grunting like a pig. Crispin: The Cross of Lead 2002-06-01T00:00:00Z She didn’t tell me not to listen at the door, however, so I knew trying to make a baby was hard work that required a lot of effort and grunting. Kira-Kira 2004-02-01T00:00:00Z He landed on the ground with a grunt, his gun clattering against a nearby patch of rocks. The Darkest Minds 2012-12-18T00:00:00Z He makes a grunt that means “go ahead,” and I flop down in the ratty old chair by the ratty old couch and stare at the screen. The Young Man and the Sea 2004-02-01T00:00:00Z He grunted as he hefted a box onto the bed of the wagon. Dragonwings 1975-01-01T00:00:00Z “Thanks,” she grunted, nearly missing the ledge with her bad foot. The House of Hades 2013-10-08T00:00:00Z He flinches and grunts in reaction to some unseen stimulus. Water for Elephants 2006-05-26T00:00:00Z “They may be right,” Father grunted, and went on to tell the story to the Whitlaws. Dragonwings 1975-01-01T00:00:00Z The boy blinked a few times, then sat up abruptly and grunted like an animal, he and the little one suddenly yelling at each other as they gathered the cakes into their newspaper. A Place to Belong 2019-05-14T00:00:00Z From the day of his arrival in New York, Smith was Smith; the New York press corps couldn’t get a grunt out of him. Seabiscuit: An American Legend 2001-01-01T00:00:00Z Black bodies sweating and grunting to get the points that would let them sweat and grunt in the sun for another game. Fallen Angels 1988-01-01T00:00:00Z “One at a time!” he grunted at the old man. Inkheart 2003-09-23T00:00:00Z The silence in the dark house was broken only by the distant, grunting snores of his enormous cousin, Dudley. Harry Potter And The Prisoner Of Azkaban 1999-07-08T00:00:00Z She hovered over her machinery, grunting and cursing. One Crazy Summer 2010-01-01T00:00:00Z Among the grunts, some carried the M-79 grenade launcher, 5.9 pounds unloaded, a reasonably light weapon except for the ammunition, which was heavy. The Things They Carried 1990-01-01T00:00:00Z The woman gave me mean eyes and half a grunt. Burning Blue 2012-10-25T00:00:00Z If he prophesied that the cotton in today’s field was going to be sparse and stick to the bolls like glue, every listener would grunt a hearty agreement. I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings 1969-01-01T00:00:00Z Hen Wen was standing with her front feet on the rails, grunting at the top of her voice. The Book of Three 1964-03-12T00:00:00Z We heard grunting, and slow feet dragging, until finally Needles stepped out. 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