can't complain
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But Salah can't complain because he hasn't been playing well, and when that's the case, then you have to accept the decision.
From BBC • Nov. 30, 2025
"Maybe a holiday with my friends would've been nice but I can't complain about a sunny month in London," Chathli tells BBC Sport.
From BBC • Aug. 23, 2025
You can't complain and go, "It's so dreadful that someone stopped me to say hello or to take a selfie."
From Salon • Jan. 18, 2024
“It sucks, obviously, not how I would want this to end. But can’t complain, can’t be sad about 10 years in, you know.”
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 8, 2024
Though I can’t complain about the effect she’s having on Jupe.
From "Odd One Out" by Nic Stone
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