complexness

noun

Definition of complexnessnext
as in complexity
the state or quality of having many interrelated parts or aspects a coffee-making machine of such staggering complexness as to be worthy of Rube Goldberg himself

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complexity
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  • And the web of contractors, local inspectors, developers, laborers, chipmakers and site managers adds cost, complexity, risk – and delays.
    — David Goldman, CNN Money, 6 Aug. 2026
  • Adding to the complexity if Republicans do coalesce behind his confirmation is the fact that Democrats may not be willing to speed up the process, given their opposition to Blanche as attorney general.
    — Kaia Hubbard, CBS News, 6 Aug. 2026
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