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formal complaint

NOUN
protest
Synonyms
STRONGEST
challenge demonstration dissent objection outcry question revolt riot turmoil
STRONG
bellyache blackball clamor declaration demur demurral difficulty flak grievance gripe grouse holler howl kick knock march moratorium nix protestation rally remonstrance remonstration stink tumult
WEAK
big stink
Antonyms
STRONGEST
agreement answer calm concurrence harmony peace
STRONG
calmness compliment flattery praise
WEAK
acceptance approval

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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

The spokesperson also said it had submitted a formal complaint to the BBC about the documentary.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

She said that after she submitted a formal complaint she was refunded for that night of her stay, but she never managed to find out what exactly happened.

From BBC • Mar. 30, 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

We complained vociferously about the inferior quality of the food, and as a result, our advocate Sydney Kentridge made a formal complaint in court.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela

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