Complain and Sanction

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Complain verb - To express dissatisfaction, pain, or resentment usually tiresomely.

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Sanction is an antonym for complain in grumble about topic.

Sanction verb - To give official acceptance of as satisfactory.

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Complain is an antonym for sanction.

Nearby Words: sanctioned, sanctity, sanctioning

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