- present participle of complain.
complaining
Example Sentences
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Russia has lifted its ban on the popular gaming platform Roblox, after tens of thousands of children and parents sent letters complaining about the measure.
From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026
But Leclerc said his accident was more to do with problems with the Ferrari's brakes, about which he has been complaining for the past two races.
From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026
But DeVaux is not complaining, because it’s been a lot since 7:10 p.m.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026
They could almost be gathering for consciousness-raising and general complaining about the state of the world.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026
Madame Babushkinov began complaining the moment she was seated, but the troika driver would not be rushed.
From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood
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