The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 7 letter word GROANED
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The straight part
We know that "whined" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case whined = groaned.The cryptic/wordplay part
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What does GROANED mean?
GROANED verb- To make a groan.
- To strive after earnestly, as if with groans.