as in complicates
to make complex or difficult
my proposal would simplify the process, whereas yours would needlessly complexify it
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On wealth accumulation, the incoming Great Wealth Transfer complicates the pessimism narrative significantly.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
14 Apr. 2026 -
The war in Iran complicates that effort by potentially slowing growth and stoking inflation at the same time, outcomes that would call for opposite policy responses.—
Chris Wellisz,
semafor.com,
14 Apr. 2026
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That intensifies pressure on housing, infrastructure and the environment, Majorca Daily Bulletin reported.—
Jessica Mekles,
FOXNews.com,
14 Apr. 2026
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Philadelphia is expected to reach 87 on Tuesday before the heat intensifies to a high of 91 later in the week.—
Denise Chow,
NBC news,
14 Apr. 2026
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“Complexifies.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/complexifies. Accessed 21 Apr. 2026.
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