The workers complained when their working hours were extended.
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Complained
//kəmˈpleɪnd//
Synonyms for "complained" (188 found)
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Strong matches (56)
Related words (94)
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Sample sentences
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Bob complained to his friend.
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Nick complained to me about the high prices in Tokyo.
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The boy complained of a headache.
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