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complaints

Pronunciation: [kəmˈpleɪnts]

Word

Context: "expressing dissatisfaction"

(noun) a statement that someone is not happy about something. When you tell someone that you don’t like how something is done, you are making a complaint.

Example

She made a complaint about the slow service at the restaurant.

Example

He did not have any complaints about the movie; he thought it was fantastic.

Example

What was your complaint about the product?

Context: "legal"

(noun) a formal statement saying that someone has done something wrong. This can happen in court when someone thinks their rights have been violated.

Example

The lawyer filed a complaint against the company for unfair practices.

Example

There were no complaints filed against the teacher, even after the investigation.

Example

What does the complaint say about the situation?

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