formal complaint
Example Sentences
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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
But the biggest blow so far arrived on Tuesday, when disciplinary counsel for the D.C. bar announced a formal complaint against Martin for professional misconduct.
From Slate • Mar. 11, 2026
The Education Ministry lodged a formal complaint with police and launched an internal inquiry to establish how the blunder took place.
From Barron's • Jan. 2, 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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