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convolutions

noun

plural of convolution

as in complexities

something that makes a situation more complicated or difficult the inevitable convolutions involved in setting up an international teleconference

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Recent Examples of convolutions In their alternating waves of resentment and understanding, anger and sorrow, D’Arcy and Cooke imbue Rhaenyra and Alicent’s dynamic with all the weight of this history and none of its convolutions. — Alison Herman, Variety, 15 June 2026 Laser light and microscopic lenses then carry out convolutions faster and with lower energy needs. — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 8 Sep. 2025 The team turned their model loose on the series of treelike modifications and convolutions in the Indo-European family of languages. — Jake Buehler, Quanta Magazine, 28 Aug. 2025

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There are other legal complexities that might spark lawsuits.

— Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 16 Sep. 2026
Here’s how a prenup can simplify many of the complexities that arise when startup equity is at issue.

— Lisa Zeiderman, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2026

Definition of complexities

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Severe neurological complications occur in a small minority of cases, mainly among older adults and people with underlying health conditions.

— Giada Zampano, Los Angeles Times, 19 Sep. 2026
When a person becomes infected, they are also exposed to a host of health vulnerabilities and complications that may last far after their initial recovery.

— Sheldon H. Jacobson, Chicago Tribune, 18 Sep. 2026

Definition of complications

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That is true even if the leader is public-minded and deeply versed in policy intricacies.

— Jonathan Chait, The Atlantic, 14 Sep. 2026
The reason is that generic LLMs aren’t trained in the intricacies of things like running a warehouse or collaborating with suppliers.

— Chris Burchett, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2026

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