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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It’s been more than 30 years since Nirvana disbanded following the death of frontman Kurt Cobain, yet the grunge icons continue to regularly appear on rankings in many Western markets.
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Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 28 May 2025
The look extends to her makeup, a soft grunge style that adds even more to the vibe.
—Catharine Malzahn, Glamour, 22 May 2025
The legendary designer, a first-generation Chinese American who helped define the 90s grunge aesthetic, has officially teamed up with Mattel to release a Barbie in her likeness.
—Jennifer Adams, StyleCaster, 19 May 2025
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The legendary grunge outfit had initially been scheduled to perform at Connecticut’s Mohegan Sun Arena on May 8, though announced the show’s cancellation after Kinney suffered a medical emergency following their soundcheck.
—Tyler Jenke, Billboard, 16 May 2025
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Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 28 May 2025
The look extends to her makeup, a soft grunge style that adds even more to the vibe.
—Catharine Malzahn, Glamour, 22 May 2025
The legendary designer, a first-generation Chinese American who helped define the 90s grunge aesthetic, has officially teamed up with Mattel to release a Barbie in her likeness.
—Jennifer Adams, StyleCaster, 19 May 2025
Explore Alice in Chains See latest videos, charts and news
The legendary grunge outfit had initially been scheduled to perform at Connecticut’s Mohegan Sun Arena on May 8, though announced the show’s cancellation after Kinney suffered a medical emergency following their soundcheck.
—Tyler Jenke, Billboard, 16 May 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 10 Jun. 2025.
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