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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
The core of the firm’s bearish thesis centers on a massive pool of routine, low-complexity insurance policies.
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Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 3 Mar. 2026
The cost per facility may be a drop in the bucket given the massive funds tech companies plan to invest on AI buildout, but putting data centers underground — after fighting for land above ground — introduces a new level of complexity that could slow down tech developments.
—Rachyl Jones, semafor.com, 3 Mar. 2026
As organizations grow across borders, internal complexity often increases.
—Kaitlyn Gomez, Sacbee.com, 3 Mar. 2026
The end result is a cultured information of markets that supports thoughtful techniques, reliable forecasting and knowledgeable positioning without pointless complexity.
—Ascend Agency, Mercury News, 3 Mar. 2026
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Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 3 Mar. 2026
The cost per facility may be a drop in the bucket given the massive funds tech companies plan to invest on AI buildout, but putting data centers underground — after fighting for land above ground — introduces a new level of complexity that could slow down tech developments.
—Rachyl Jones, semafor.com, 3 Mar. 2026
As organizations grow across borders, internal complexity often increases.
—Kaitlyn Gomez, Sacbee.com, 3 Mar. 2026
The end result is a cultured information of markets that supports thoughtful techniques, reliable forecasting and knowledgeable positioning without pointless complexity.
—Ascend Agency, Mercury News, 3 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for complexity
Noun
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Travelers are advised to check with their airline or travel agent as soon as possible for information on rebooking and refunds, though passengers are reporting difficulties getting assistance because of high caller volumes.—
Marnie Hunter,
CNN Money,
4 Mar. 2026
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Despite those difficulties, Kalhor has built a thriving career both inside Iran and abroad, including winning a Grammy Award as part of the Silkroad Ensemble and earning three nominations as a solo artist.—
Anastasia Tsioulcas,
NPR,
3 Mar. 2026
Noun
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There's some sophistication, for sure.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
4 Mar. 2026
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Given that her hair doubles as a calling card, Blake Lively's blonde is bound to exude the sophistication associated with old money.—
Calin Van Paris,
InStyle,
3 Mar. 2026
Noun
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But the condition doesn’t come with health complications.—
Ryan Brennan,
Kansas City Star,
5 Mar. 2026
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His lawyers suggest nearly half a million have suffered severe complications.—
Hunter Ingram,
Variety,
5 Mar. 2026
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The Spurs are worrying about problems like this in the immediate, while the Bulls are far off from worrying about game-plan intricacies determining their success.—
Joel Lorenzi,
New York Times,
2 Mar. 2026
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At their first practice earlier this month, players warmed up with figuring out the intricacies of building a human pyramid, then went straight into dance rehearsal.—
Tess Kenny,
Chicago Tribune,
28 Feb. 2026
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“Complexity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/complexity. Accessed 10 Mar. 2026.
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