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complain
/kəmˈpleɪn/
verb
To express feelings of pain, dissatisfaction, or resentment.
"Joe was always complaining about the noise made by his neighbours."
To make a formal accusation or bring a formal charge.
"They've complained about me to the police again."
To creak or squeak, as a timber or wheel.
"the complaining bed-springs"
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