formal complaint
Example Sentences
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Prabhakar alleges she received no formal complaint, hearing or explanation of which college policy she had violated.
From Salon ● Aug. 2, 2026
Paisley said the woman did not want to make a formal complaint, but said he told Poots.
From BBC ● Jun. 26, 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
A formal complaint is pending the judge’s acceptance of the petition.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 19, 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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