complaining

Example Sentences

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This season, Reddit has been filled with posts asking where to find particular a game and complaining about how confusing it all has become.

From MarketWatch • May 11, 2026

I have written about this at Slate, though in a complaining tone, because basic economy has gotten pretty stripped down.

From Slate • May 5, 2026

Not that the former Linkoping, Montpellier and BK Hacken forward is complaining.

From BBC • May 2, 2026

WSJ: A member of the Reese’s family has targeted Hershey, complaining that the company has watered down the recipe for some Reese’s products.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026

“Well...I’m not saying it would be fun having you along, always complaining and glaring at me and stuff. But I suppose I could stand it, if you wanted to try.”

From "The House of Hades" by Rick Riordan