complainant

Example Sentences

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He acknowledged in his interview that he apologised to the complainant during the meeting but he said it was due to her having previously felt "uncomfortable" and he "accepted that was how she felt".

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

The pastor said he could not remember clearly whether or not the complainant named her alleged abuser during their conversation in the 1990s, but that it became "obvious" to him.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

Matthews said he thought at the time that the complainant should speak to someone who could give her more support, and he referred her to Davey and Linda Hoy, who ran the Christian Family Centre.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

Vaughan also questioned the woman about a message she sent to the other complainant in the case after they both went to a police station about their allegations.

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

Not only did it usually fill space and send the complainant away happy, it made us look honest.

From "Words Like Loaded Pistols" by Sam Leith