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noun

Definition of gripesnext
plural of gripe
as in whines
an expression of dissatisfaction, pain, or resentment I would rather not listen to gripes about your latest disasters in the dating game

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gripes

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verb

present tense third-person singular of gripe
1
as in annoys
to disturb the peace of mind of (someone) especially by repeated disagreeable acts constant complaints from the customers griped her to the point where she started snapping back

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2
as in complains
to express dissatisfaction, pain, or resentment usually tiresomely her tendency to gripe constantly drove everyone away

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  1. complaints
  2. grievances
  3. irritates
Noun
  • At least seven different civilian complaints have been lodged against the sergeant, alleging excessive force, discourtesy and abuse of authority.
    Shayla Colon, New York Times, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Whether or not these complaints will derail the project entirely or perhaps require some sort of compromise or redesign, remains to be seen.
    Adam Williams, New Atlas, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of complaints
Noun
  • Initially, resistance was mostly rhetorical and for show, with disgruntled residents gathering to air their grievances in public and private meetings.
    Joseph Thorndike, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
  • The rebels are a collection of lots of different rebel groups with different grievances against the regime — and this includes jihadis.
    The Editors, National Review, 8 Dec. 2024
Definition of grievances
Verb
  • Chafing Chafing occurs when skin rubs against skin or clothing, causing friction that irritates the skin.
    Lindsay Curtis, Health, 27 Nov. 2024
  • This irritates the lining of the esophagus and causes heartburn.
    Jonathan Purtell, Verywell Health, 22 Nov. 2024
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