Example Sentences

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As the New York Times reported Tuesday, Trump has been complaining constantly about Blanche behind closed doors.

From Salon • May 2, 2024

The North Valley Coalition of Concerned Citizens has been complaining about odor issues at Sunshine Canyon — the county’s largest landfill — for years.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 10, 2024

Donald Trump has been complaining recently about the pictures used of him on Fox News.

From BBC • Aug. 25, 2023

Apparently, my stepsister took this as a huge slight and has been complaining about the difference in the reception of her marriage and her brother’s.

From Slate • Mar. 24, 2023

“The night crew here has been complaining about him. He keeps the others awake. So he spends nights with my family.”

From "Son" by Lois Lowry