1
: one that is grungy
2
: rock music incorporating elements of punk rock and heavy metal
also
: the untidy fashions typical of fans of grunge
grunger
noun
ˈgrən-jər
Examples of grunge in a Sentence
I'm a fan of grunge.
I cleared the grunge out of the drains.
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And just like in the era of grunge music and dial-up connections, investors are being flooded with bold claims and skyrocketing valuations—as well as very familiar financial risks.
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Thomas H. Ruggie, Forbes.com, 25 Apr. 2025
Now a sexagenarian, the once ferocious queen of grunge rock has recently become a grandmother.
—Kevin Dolak, The Hollywood Reporter, 20 Mar. 2025
The designs range across two themes: grunge and bandana.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 18 Feb. 2025
Cute, elegant, free, cool, modest, or grunge—there’s a vibe for everyone.
—Robyn Merrett, StyleCaster, 18 Apr. 2025
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Thomas H. Ruggie, Forbes.com, 25 Apr. 2025
Now a sexagenarian, the once ferocious queen of grunge rock has recently become a grandmother.
—Kevin Dolak, The Hollywood Reporter, 20 Mar. 2025
The designs range across two themes: grunge and bandana.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 18 Feb. 2025
Cute, elegant, free, cool, modest, or grunge—there’s a vibe for everyone.
—Robyn Merrett, StyleCaster, 18 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for grunge
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“Grunge.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/grunge. Accessed 8 May. 2025.
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