Fret and Whinge

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Fret verb - To consume or wear away gradually.

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Whinge and fret are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Whinge" instead a verb "Fret".

Nearby Words: fretful, fretted, fretting, fretwork

Whinge verb - To express dissatisfaction, pain, or resentment usually tiresomely.

Usage example: dutifully cares for his elderly mum, despite her tendency to whinge about everything

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Fret and whinge are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Fret" instead a verb "Whinge".

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