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18th May 2024

Can't complain

We use this expression to reply to a question asking how something is, to say there are no big problems.
Usage
Written: 
Yes
Spoken: 
Yes
Formal: 
No
Informal: 
Yes
Example 1
How are you these days? I haven't seen you for ages.
Can't complain. Still walking five miles a day and going to the gym.
Example 2
How's the course going?
Can't complain. I keep doing the homework..

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