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complain of





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While not a medical diagnosis, some users complain of how their body shape changes, including a deflated or saggy bum, dubbed Ozempic butt.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

Critics, seldom experts in interlinguistic transfer, will complain of translation’s infidelity.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 22, 2026

Chemicals is one of the most important sectors in Europe's biggest economy but key industry players complain of high energy costs, onerous EU regulations and fierce foreign competition.

From Barron's • Mar. 26, 2026

Residents began to complain of an “unbearable” stench that they said caused headaches, nausea, and eye, ear and nose irritation.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 7, 2026

If Aunt Kitty left me here, pressed in with hundreds of other unwanted souls, I could no longer complain of being alone.

From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan




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