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

McCarthy has griped about such absenteeism for “eroding the public’s trust in the People’s House.”

From Washington Post • Nov. 7, 2022

The fallen socialite has griped about everything from the food to computers to harassment behind bars.

From Fox News • Feb. 23, 2021

He has griped to colleagues about what he views as her “freelancing” on “pet projects” as opposed to the administration’s stated top priorities.

From Washington Post • Mar. 11, 2018

All along, Eminem has griped that neither fans nor foes really understood him.

From Time Magazine Archive