Cryptic crossword clue
Complaints as doctor breaks key laws 8

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 8 letter word GRUMBLES

I've seen this crossword clue in The Sunday Telegraph
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The straight part
We know that "Complaints" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case complaints = grumbles.
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What does GRUMBLES mean?

GRUMBLES noun
  1. A low thundering, rumbling or growling sound.
  2. The sound made by a hungry stomach.
  3. A surly complaint.
GRUMBLES verb
  1. To make a low, growling or rumbling noise, like a hungry stomach or certain animals.
  2. To complain; to murmur or mutter with discontent; to make ill-natured complaints in a low voice and a surly manner.
  3. To utter in a grumbling fashion.

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