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complained To make a loud, high-pitched noise that sounds like a combination of a cat meowing and a car alarm going off. ■ "I complained so loudly that the neighbors came running to see what was wrong."
addendum An addition to something, often a humorous or sarcastic comment. ■ When the customer complained about the slow service, the waiter replied with an addendum: "I'm sorry, but you must have forgotten that we're running on server time."
Alter To make a change, especially to something important. ■ After the customer complained about the long wait times at the bank, they decided to alter their business model by implementing an online banking system.
analysts A group of people who are extremely nitpicky and find fault in everything, even if it doesn't exist. ■ "The analysts were so picky, they complained about the color of the office chairs."
convent A religious institution where nuns live and work. ■ "Sister Mary had to clean the toilet bowl at the convent, but she never complained. In fact, she found it quite fulfilling."
grouch A person who is excessively irritable, moody, or ill-tempered. ■ "The old man was such a grouch, he complained about everything from the weather to the noise in his neighborhood."
Hairs A very small amount of something, often insignificant or trivial ■ She complained about the hairs on her toast this morning. But come on, it's just a few stray crumbs!
unheard a sound or noise that is not audible ■ After the party, everyone complained about how loud the music was. But when I asked if they had heard the fire alarm go off, they all said no!
beater A device used to apply force to a drum or other percussion instrument. ■ John's drum beat was so loud that the neighbors could hear it even with their windows closed. They complained to the city about the noise, but John just laughed and said, "I'll get a better beater next time!"
levy A tax or fee, especially one imposed by a government on goods or services. ■ The government decided to impose a new tax on gasoline to fund the construction of a new highway. This decision was met with outrage from drivers who complained that it was just another way for the government to levy money out of their pockets. A military action in which soldiers are sent across the border into an enemy's territory, often with the intent of capturing territory or destroying enemy infrastructure. ■ "I heard they're planning to launch a levy against the neighboring country to secure their borders and protect their resources.", A person who is constantly looking for an excuse to take a break or do something else that they consider more enjoyable than what they are currently doing. ■ "I'm sorry, I can't focus on this project right now. I have a serious case of the levys."
rebate A sum of money or goods returned to a buyer by the seller as a refund or incentive for making a purchase. ■ When the customer complained about the defective product, the store offered them a 20% rebate on their next purchase. <br></?>Funny usage example: "I told the company that I was leaving for a cheaper alternative and they sent me a huge rebate check as a thank you."
Stable A place where animals are kept, usually horses. Also used to refer to a building or structure with a stable roof. ■ The farmer's wife had to clean the stable every morning before going to work, but she never complained because she loved her horses., After seeing the state of the stable, the owner knew he couldn't keep his prized stallion there.
tricky Adjective:, 1. Sly or cunning in getting what you want, often by deception or trickery., 2. Difficult to understand or solve, especially because of its complexity or ambiguity. ■ Example 1:, "I knew she was trying to trick me into buying that overpriced item," said John, who had been caught in a classic sales pitch before., Example 2:, "The math problem on the final exam was so tricky that I had to consult my textbook multiple times just to get started," complained Sarah, who ended up with a lower grade than she had hoped for.
Vacuum A magical device that sucks all the fun out of a room and leaves behind a cold, empty shell. ■ John accidentally left the vacuum cleaner on in his bedroom, leaving his friends feeling like they were living in a Ghostbusters movie. "Why is it so cold in here?!" they complained.