- present participle of complain.
complaining
Example Sentences
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But DeVaux is not complaining, because it’s been a lot since 7:10 p.m.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026
In recent months, the company has faced criticism from users complaining that they were exhausting their usage quotas too quickly and having to pay high prices to continue.
From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026
Waiting staff across the US agree, and some are complaining if they think they have not been sufficiently tipped.
From BBC • May 27, 2026
So stop complaining and just keep putting one foot in front of the other.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026
It was thin and wet, and was complaining softly to itself in a low, continuous whimper.
From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver
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