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as in complexness
the state or quality of having many interrelated parts or aspects
the complexity of the company's computer system is such that a full-time employee is needed to maintain it
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as in difficulty
something that makes a situation more complicated or difficult
the political complexities that the secretary-general must deal with
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Recent Examples of complexity
Isabel Wilkerson reflects on this year's Juneteenth celebrations and the complexities of the Black experience in America.
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Ben Abrams, NPR, 19 June 2025
So, one of the complexities is that there are rare, indigenous languages that are hard to find individuals (who) are able to translate those languages.
—Taylor Romine, CNN Money, 18 June 2025
In the majority opinion, Chief Justice John Roberts acknowledged the growing prominence of transgender rights issues and the complexity of scientific debates on medical treatments for youth identifying as transgender.
—Stephen Humphries, Christian Science Monitor, 18 June 2025
But there isn’t much bitterness in this song, and like many Beach Boys songs, the complexity of the music complicate the meaning.
—James Folta, Literary Hub, 17 June 2025
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Ben Abrams, NPR, 19 June 2025
So, one of the complexities is that there are rare, indigenous languages that are hard to find individuals (who) are able to translate those languages.
—Taylor Romine, CNN Money, 18 June 2025
In the majority opinion, Chief Justice John Roberts acknowledged the growing prominence of transgender rights issues and the complexity of scientific debates on medical treatments for youth identifying as transgender.
—Stephen Humphries, Christian Science Monitor, 18 June 2025
But there isn’t much bitterness in this song, and like many Beach Boys songs, the complexity of the music complicate the meaning.
—James Folta, Literary Hub, 17 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for complexity
Noun
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The confusion highlights the difficulty of verifying information on social media.—
Kate Plummer,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 June 2025
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Anyone with even a basic understanding of the movie industry of the 1930s, let alone a Hollywood mogul, would know the difficulty of adapting it to the screen with any semblance of fidelity.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
24 June 2025
Noun
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Inspired by local culture, the patio's layout is a blend of traditional elements and modern sophistication.—
Jim Dobson,
Forbes.com,
16 June 2025
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Mogensen said these trims add depth and sophistication, aligning with the broader movement toward authenticity and storytelling.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
16 June 2025
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Lee urged employees who work excessive hours to recognize that chronic stress can lead to physical brain changes, not just psychological complications.—
Angelica Stabile,
FOXNews.com,
16 June 2025
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This stabilization proves particularly valuable in neurosurgery, where even the smallest deviation can lead to significant complications, loss of function and even death.—
Jennifer Esposito,
Forbes.com,
16 June 2025
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The patterned intricacy of Dante’s terza rima was dazzling enough—as satisfying, for a certain kind of person, as a Japanese watch movement or Incan stonemasonry.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
16 June 2025
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Yet, despite the intricacy, a 10-year-old can easily sing along with the melody that Brian put on top.—
Don Was,
Billboard,
16 June 2025
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“Complexity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/complexity. Accessed 30 Jun. 2025.
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