Criticize, express dissatisfaction with, as in She was a difficult traveling companion, constantly finding fault with the hotel, meal service, and tour guides. [Mid-1500s]
find fault
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The verb has one meaning:
Meaning #1:
harass with constant criticism
Synonyms: blame, pick
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