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Irrespective of whether Skubal signs a contract extension, as long as he does not complain of a ‘dead arm’ or sustain another injury, this appears to be an excellent deal for the Dodgers.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 8, 2026

Residents in Tuapse on Russia's Black Sea coast complain of toxic rain after a second wave of major strikes on the local refinery in several days.

From BBC Apr. 27, 2026

Hands said this was the first she'd known of the pupils to complain of headaches.

From BBC Apr. 21, 2026

Unions and workers complain of "starvation wages" which have been frozen since 2022.

From Barron's Apr. 9, 2026

The travellers stayed in Bree all the next day, and Mr. Butterbur could not complain of his business next evening at any rate.

From "The Return of the King" by J.R.R. Tolkien




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