complaints (B1)
noun
Pronunciation: kəmˈpleɪnts
Definition
Statements that express dissatisfaction or annoyance about something perceived as unfair, unacceptable, or unsatisfactory.
Examples
The company received numerous complaints about the product's quality.
She filed a formal complaint with the management regarding the noise.
His constant complaints about the weather were starting to annoy everyone.
How to Use complaints
- complaint about (prepositional phrase)
- Expressing dissatisfaction regarding a specific issue. — "There have been many complaints about the noise from the construction site."
- complaint against (prepositional phrase)
- Making a formal accusation or charge towards a person or entity. — "The police received a complaint against the landlord for harassment."
- lodge a complaint (collocation)
- To make a formal complaint. — "She decided to lodge a complaint with the consumer protection agency."
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