formal complaint
Example Sentences
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Paisley said the woman did not want to make a formal complaint, but said he told Poots.
From BBC • Jun. 26, 2026
Garrett said he was not aware of any formal complaint made against him but said he asked Riley "if she could change her appointment" as Labour's numbers on the council meant it needed every vote.
From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026
It added that the way in which the information was disclosed by the Justice Department breached confidentiality provisions of current treaties, and that the government will send a formal complaint to the U.S.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 29, 2026
Police and FBI agents showed up to supplement the private guards, even though Harsimran Singh never filed a formal complaint with them.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 18, 2026
We filed a formal complaint about our treatment, but it was ignored.
From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela
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