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as in difficulties
something that makes a situation more complicated or difficult
the food allergies of the guests were just another complication for the couple trying to plan their wedding reception
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as in diseases
an abnormal state that disrupts a plant's or animal's normal bodily functioning
complications set in after the surgery
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Recent Examples of complications
Bring back Luis and Clarence and the complications.
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Nick Miller, New York Times, 28 Feb. 2026
The new accounts have other complications, including that even the smallest contributions could require a highly complex federal gift tax form.
—Arkansas Online, 27 Feb. 2026
Obstructive sleep apnea can affect anyone, but some people have a higher risk of serious complications and early death.
—Lindsay Curtis, Health, 27 Feb. 2026
Both types of diabetes result in high blood sugar levels and have a lot in common, both in treatment and complications.
—Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 27 Feb. 2026
Gillispie missed the last four months of the 2023-24 season dealing with complications from high blood pressure.
—Dallas Morning News, 27 Feb. 2026
While no deaths have been reported, the state has reported severe complications from measles — including pneumonia and encephalitis, which can leave the patient deaf or with intellectual disability.
—Deidre McPhillips, CNN Money, 27 Feb. 2026
Councilmember Park said that for many residents, insurance complications have been more destabilizing than total loss.
—Michelle Edgar, Daily News, 27 Feb. 2026
The state says potentially serious complications can occur in about 30% of measles patients, with immune suppression, pneumonia, diarrhea and brain swelling that can be life-threatening.
—Neal Riley, CBS News, 27 Feb. 2026
Nick Miller, New York Times, 28 Feb. 2026
The new accounts have other complications, including that even the smallest contributions could require a highly complex federal gift tax form.
—Arkansas Online, 27 Feb. 2026
Obstructive sleep apnea can affect anyone, but some people have a higher risk of serious complications and early death.
—Lindsay Curtis, Health, 27 Feb. 2026
Both types of diabetes result in high blood sugar levels and have a lot in common, both in treatment and complications.
—Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 27 Feb. 2026
Gillispie missed the last four months of the 2023-24 season dealing with complications from high blood pressure.
—Dallas Morning News, 27 Feb. 2026
While no deaths have been reported, the state has reported severe complications from measles — including pneumonia and encephalitis, which can leave the patient deaf or with intellectual disability.
—Deidre McPhillips, CNN Money, 27 Feb. 2026
Councilmember Park said that for many residents, insurance complications have been more destabilizing than total loss.
—Michelle Edgar, Daily News, 27 Feb. 2026
The state says potentially serious complications can occur in about 30% of measles patients, with immune suppression, pneumonia, diarrhea and brain swelling that can be life-threatening.
—Neal Riley, CBS News, 27 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for complications
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.—
Karla Cripps,
CNN Money,
2 Mar. 2026
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In an interview with Variety from the convention, Bravo boss Frances Berwick described the difficulties of finding the right cast.—
Kate Aurthur,
Variety,
2 Mar. 2026
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Type 2 diabetes is the most common form of diabetes mellitus — a group of diseases associated with high blood sugar, called hyperglycemia.—
Tom Gavin,
EverydayHealth.com,
27 Feb. 2026
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The process of pasteurization, heating milk to a specific temperature for a set period of time, kills harmful organisms responsible for diseases such as listeriosis, typhoid fever, tuberculosis, diphtheria, Q fever, and brucellosis, according to the FDA.—
GMA Team,
ABC News,
27 Feb. 2026
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Mrie’s memoir is a useful primer, if hardly the last word, on the complexities of the civil war and the shortcomings of the rebel forces.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
24 Feb. 2026
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The debate highlighted the complexities of interpreting statutory language and its implications for international law and foreign policy.—
Nora Gámez Torres,
Miami Herald,
23 Feb. 2026
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That's actually down from the previous case count, because three infants were ultimately diagnosed with other illnesses not tied to botulism, health officials said.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
27 Feb. 2026
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This comes at a time when young people are seeing a spike in concerning illnesses, including cancers and diabetes.—
Donna Vickroy,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Feb. 2026
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Emma Operacz Operacz was treated and discharged again, but infections, migraines and other ailments kept bringing her back.—
Kerry Breen,
CBS News,
28 Feb. 2026
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Devers, 29, dealt with back and groin ailments last season but still didn’t miss a game with the Red Sox or after he was traded to the Giants.—
Justice delos Santos,
Mercury News,
28 Feb. 2026
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Within these areas, locally dense fog is likely that will further reduce visibility to near 0 at times resulting in hazardous driving conditions.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
1 Mar. 2026
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Racing in perfect sunny conditions, Aicher had a near-flawless run on the challenging course, where only 37 of the 55 starters managed to complete their run.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
1 Mar. 2026
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From the moment the kids set foot back at school in the fall, until some time around spring break, parents can expect sicknesses to take over their homes faster than the latest viral slang expression.—
Melissa Willets,
Parents,
10 Jan. 2026
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And among parents, the fear of illnesses like polio, measles and other sicknesses were always present.—
Romy Ellenbogen,
Miami Herald,
18 Dec. 2025
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Faced with high rates of suicide and other ills such as addiction, corrections officers have long been concerned about the stress and violence of their jobs.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
24 Feb. 2026
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Reform’s pitch to voters is that, for many of these ills, mass immigration is to blame.—
Alexander Smith,
NBC news,
24 Feb. 2026
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“Complications.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/complications. Accessed 4 Mar. 2026.
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