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complain of





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BBC Studios in its legal response said Rees did not complain of any injuries at the time or after the crash.

From BBC Jul. 12, 2026

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

From The Wall Street Journal Apr. 22, 2026

The building bonanza is likely to boost GDP, analysts say, but some caution that it comes with risks, while residents displaced in the name of progress complain of being left behind.

From Barron's Apr. 8, 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 you didn’t complain of aches and pains most days.”

From "The Ugly One" by Leanne Statland Ellis




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