intricacy
noun
in·tri·ca·cy
ˈin-tri-kə-sē 
plural intricacies
1
: the quality or state of being intricate
2
: something intricate
the intricacies of a plot
Synonyms
Examples of intricacy in a Sentence
She admired the composition for its beauty and intricacy.
I had trouble following all the intricacies in the plot.
the intricacies of English grammar
Recent Examples on the Web
The book is unwieldy and far too complicated for a musical that shifts gears into songs that have their own lyrical intricacy.
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Charles McNulty, Los Angeles Times, 17 May 2024
This consortium has spent the last 18 months coaching 1,300-plus mostly small and mid-sized municipalities in how to navigate the intricacies of federal grants and secure for their residents a share of the largest national commitment to modernization in decades.
—James Anderson, TIME, 15 May 2024
According to Max, viewers will explore the intricacies of music ownership, gender dynamics in the industry and the power of fan influence.
—Katie Wiseman, The Courier-Journal, 11 May 2024
Stout's adeptness at capturing the urban experience resonates universally, providing a captivating window into the intricacies of modern life.
—Molly Peck, USA TODAY, 10 May 2024
According to the streamer, viewers will explore the intricacies of music ownership, gender dynamics in the industry and the power of fan influence.
—Katie Wiseman, USA TODAY, 8 May 2024
The two three-hour sessions delved into the intricacies of fake news and manipulated videos, using real-life examples and potential election scenarios to illustrate their impact.
—Fahad Shah, The Christian Science Monitor, 3 May 2024
Periodic issues with panning and mix – which were more common at the start of the run, as Phish’s team learned Sphere’s acoustic intricacies – notwithstanding, Sphere’s audio significantly elevated even the slightest of songs.
—Eric Renner Brown, Billboard, 25 Apr. 2024
During her keynote conversation, Ryan discussed the intricacies of marketing across platforms for linear and streaming audiences.
—Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 25 Apr. 2024
Charles McNulty, Los Angeles Times, 17 May 2024
This consortium has spent the last 18 months coaching 1,300-plus mostly small and mid-sized municipalities in how to navigate the intricacies of federal grants and secure for their residents a share of the largest national commitment to modernization in decades.
—James Anderson, TIME, 15 May 2024
According to Max, viewers will explore the intricacies of music ownership, gender dynamics in the industry and the power of fan influence.
—Katie Wiseman, The Courier-Journal, 11 May 2024
Stout's adeptness at capturing the urban experience resonates universally, providing a captivating window into the intricacies of modern life.
—Molly Peck, USA TODAY, 10 May 2024
According to the streamer, viewers will explore the intricacies of music ownership, gender dynamics in the industry and the power of fan influence.
—Katie Wiseman, USA TODAY, 8 May 2024
The two three-hour sessions delved into the intricacies of fake news and manipulated videos, using real-life examples and potential election scenarios to illustrate their impact.
—Fahad Shah, The Christian Science Monitor, 3 May 2024
Periodic issues with panning and mix – which were more common at the start of the run, as Phish’s team learned Sphere’s acoustic intricacies – notwithstanding, Sphere’s audio significantly elevated even the slightest of songs.
—Eric Renner Brown, Billboard, 25 Apr. 2024
During her keynote conversation, Ryan discussed the intricacies of marketing across platforms for linear and streaming audiences.
—Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 25 Apr. 2024
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intricacy
noun
in·tri·ca·cy
ˈin-tri-kə-sē
plural intricacies
1
: the quality or state of being intricate
2
: something intricate
the intricacies of the plot
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