gripe
verb (used without object)
to complain naggingly or constantly; grumble.
has griped
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present perfectof gripe (3rd person singular).present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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He has griped that Mr. Blanche, a former federal prosecutor and veteran litigator, has not been following his instructions closely, and has been insufficiently aggressive.
From New York Times ● Apr. 30, 2024
The fallen socialite has griped about everything from the food to computers to harassment behind bars.
From Fox News ● Feb. 23, 2021
But other aides say Trump has griped about Pence privately, blaming him for the negative coverage of the coronavirus response.
From Washington Post ● Aug. 23, 2020
The president has griped periodically about the Office of Management and Budget request.
From Washington Post ● Sep. 20, 2018
All along, Eminem has griped that neither fans nor foes really understood him.
From Time Magazine Archive
