Gripe and Nag

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Gripe verb - To disturb the peace of mind of (someone) especially by repeated disagreeable acts.

Usage example: constant complaints from the customers griped her to the point where she started snapping back

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Nag is a synonym for gripe in complain topic. In some cases you can use "Nag" instead a verb "Gripe".

Nearby Words: griping, griped

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

Usage example: if all you can do is nag, then you are of no use to this organization at all

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Gripe is a synonym for nag. Sometimes you can use "Gripe" instead a verb "Nag".

old

old gripe

old nag

bit

gripe bit

nag bit

In Pokémon Super Mystery Dungeon, when you're getting chewed out by your friend's dad Carracosta for sneaking out after dark, most of his lecture is rendered as "*nag nag nag*" and "*gripe gripe gripe*".

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