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complain
to say that you are unhappy about something
Synonyms
- grumble
- protest
- object
Antonyms
- praise
- approve
complain in a sentence
Several students complained that the classroom was too warm.
The hikers complained about their soggy socks after walking through the puddles.
Where it comes from
From Old French complaindre 'to lament'
Memory hook
A COMPLAINT explains your PAIN.
Read it in context
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