as in complexities
something that makes a situation more complicated or difficult
just now learning the intricacies of owning one's own business
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Recent Examples of intricacies
Late in the picture, a display of kindness from the elderly Catalan woman Lucila looks after introduces an unexpected reciprocity of care — even with those unfamiliar with her sorrows and the intricacies of her cultural background.
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Carlos Aguilar, IndieWire, 13 May 2026
But for many experts steeped in the intricacies of missing persons cases, the Guthrie investigation also has raised questions about whether the general public has been conditioned to hold outsized and unrealistic expectations of law enforcement’s capabilities.
—Josh Campbell, CNN Money, 12 May 2026
His wealth of knowledge on player development and the intricacies of managing the game were rewarded with the sport’s ultimate prize in 2014 — enshrinement into the Baseball Hall of Fame.
—Mark Bradley For The Ajc, AJC.com, 9 May 2026
The very direct references to the intricacies of this world may go over the heads of most viewers, but will entertain those who know—and keep them interested.
—José Criales-Unzueta, Vanity Fair, 30 Apr. 2026
In his first varsity season, Jordan has learned how to navigate the intricacies required from the position.
—Patrick Z. McGavin, Chicago Tribune, 30 Apr. 2026
This excursion was informative and entertaining, and focused on the intricacies and dangers of fishing off the coast of Alaska.
—Aaron Saunders, Travel + Leisure, 29 Apr. 2026
The group spent nearly an hour stumbling through the intricacies of federal law before taking votes on certain proposals against the wishes of several federal members.
—O. Rose Broderick, STAT, 28 Apr. 2026
Some aspects of sustainable seafood are obvious and well-trod, even if the how-to intricacies likely are lost on most consumers.
—ABC News, 21 Apr. 2026
Carlos Aguilar, IndieWire, 13 May 2026
But for many experts steeped in the intricacies of missing persons cases, the Guthrie investigation also has raised questions about whether the general public has been conditioned to hold outsized and unrealistic expectations of law enforcement’s capabilities.
—Josh Campbell, CNN Money, 12 May 2026
His wealth of knowledge on player development and the intricacies of managing the game were rewarded with the sport’s ultimate prize in 2014 — enshrinement into the Baseball Hall of Fame.
—Mark Bradley For The Ajc, AJC.com, 9 May 2026
The very direct references to the intricacies of this world may go over the heads of most viewers, but will entertain those who know—and keep them interested.
—José Criales-Unzueta, Vanity Fair, 30 Apr. 2026
In his first varsity season, Jordan has learned how to navigate the intricacies required from the position.
—Patrick Z. McGavin, Chicago Tribune, 30 Apr. 2026
This excursion was informative and entertaining, and focused on the intricacies and dangers of fishing off the coast of Alaska.
—Aaron Saunders, Travel + Leisure, 29 Apr. 2026
The group spent nearly an hour stumbling through the intricacies of federal law before taking votes on certain proposals against the wishes of several federal members.
—O. Rose Broderick, STAT, 28 Apr. 2026
Some aspects of sustainable seafood are obvious and well-trod, even if the how-to intricacies likely are lost on most consumers.
—ABC News, 21 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for intricacies
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Navigating the complexities of building around Dončić while still honoring what worked over the past season won’t be easy.—
Dan Woike,
New York Times,
12 May 2026
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Prosecutors will get their turn later Tuesday to make their case to the jury, which will have to sift through the complexities of a yearslong relationship between Weinstein and Mann.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
12 May 2026
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During this period, there’s a heightened risk for complications such as infection, hemorrhage, heart issues, sepsis and preeclampsia.—
Roni Robbins,
AJC.com,
15 May 2026
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Only one insurance brokerage, Global Protective Solutions, offers complications coverage that anyone traveling for medical tourism can apply for.—
Liz Knueven,
CNBC,
15 May 2026
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In Scotland, Labor's difficulties were laid bare as John Swinney secured a decisive victory, dealing a further blow to Starmer’s authority.—
Emma Bussey,
FOXNews.com,
11 May 2026
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Since they were rescued, the children — who had motor difficulties and health issues; were sleeping in cribs and wearing diapers — have been in the care of child protective services and are receiving treatment from psychologists, El País reported.—
Adam England,
PEOPLE,
11 May 2026
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“Intricacies.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intricacies. Accessed 16 May. 2026.
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