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as in complicated
having many parts or aspects that are usually interrelated
an intricate machine that requires some training to use it properly
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as in detailed
made or done with great care or with much detail
an intricate hairstyle that requires far too much maintenance to suit my taste
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as in complexity
the state or quality of having many interrelated parts or aspects
the awesome intricateness of the human eye
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Recent Examples of intricate
Kathleen Wong, USA Today, 25 Sep. 2025
According to Niccol, the company aims to refresh over 1,000 locations to incorporate more texture, warmth, and intricate design elements.
—Jordan Green, Nashville Tennessean, 25 Sep. 2025
The trial would have been complex, with witnesses going into intricate detail about the science of fire behavior, electricity generation and telecommunications equipment.
—Noelle Phillips, Denver Post, 25 Sep. 2025
Rozeboom, though, knows the defense, and that’s likely to be coveted by defensive coordinator Ejiro Evero, who has a relatively intricate system.
—Charlotte Observer, 24 Sep. 2025
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Adjective
Known as the county's Mosaic Capital, the rustic city's streets are adorned in intricate art, with eight of its Byzantine-era churches designated UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
—Kathleen Wong, USA Today, 25 Sep. 2025
According to Niccol, the company aims to refresh over 1,000 locations to incorporate more texture, warmth, and intricate design elements.
—Jordan Green, Nashville Tennessean, 25 Sep. 2025
The trial would have been complex, with witnesses going into intricate detail about the science of fire behavior, electricity generation and telecommunications equipment.
—Noelle Phillips, Denver Post, 25 Sep. 2025
Rozeboom, though, knows the defense, and that’s likely to be coveted by defensive coordinator Ejiro Evero, who has a relatively intricate system.
—Charlotte Observer, 24 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for intricate
Adjective
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The rust mantra is wisely chanted when searching for a Karmann Ghia, and restoring one is as complicated as restoring any Porsche 356 from the period.—
Robert Ross,
Robb Report,
26 Sep. 2025
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But the reality is more complicated.—
Tiffani Jackson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
26 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Its preservation allows for a more detailed reconstruction of ceremonial life than is usually possible with megalithic monuments.—
Maria Mocerino,
Interesting Engineering,
27 Sep. 2025
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There, twice a month, the Michigan Rocky Horror Preservation Society holds court, its members arrayed in corsets, feather boas, ripped jeans and lovingly detailed costumes that evoke their favorite movie's main characters.—
Neda Ulaby,
NPR,
27 Sep. 2025
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Each unisex fragrance reimagines a classic note with complexity and a twist—vanilla and amber in 45°, iris with woods in Midnight Omen, and leather with oud in Mystique—brought to life by renowned perfumers Émilie Bouge and Yann Vasnier.—
Michael Stefanov,
Robb Report,
23 Sep. 2025
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This issue is usually solved by adding protective layers, but those layers increase both the cost and complexity of the batteries.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
23 Sep. 2025
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More than 3 million clinicians have trusted the tool for over three decades and are already using it to find best practices for challenging, complex medical cases.—
Alexis Kayser,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Sep. 2025
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This is because the technology requires sophisticated programming and complex algorithms to control how materials react to stimuli.—
Georgina Jedikovska,
Interesting Engineering,
24 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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In a chilling case of deception and domestic violence, what appeared to be months of stalking by an ex-boyfriend turned out to be an elaborate scheme orchestrated by a Colorado woman's own husband, culminating in her murder just days before Christmas.—
Doc Louallen,
ABC News,
26 Sep. 2025
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The photo–which is from 1987, according to the cookbook author–shows Bertinelli, 65, in a blue velvet and glitzy leotard, long white gloves, sheer tights and an elaborate headpiece with more sparkles and feathers.—
Sabrina Weiss,
PEOPLE,
26 Sep. 2025
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Families today are more anchored: two-income households complicate moves, aging demographics keep older homeowners in place, and many are locked into mortgage rates under 4%, unwilling to trade up into costlier loans.—
Brian Delp,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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The shift would send states scrambling and complicate parents’ efforts to get young children vaccinated ahead of the coming respiratory virus season.—
Alexis Simendinger,
The Hill,
14 Aug. 2025
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Her blonde hair was parted at the side and tucked low in an elegant bun in the back.—
Angel Saunders,
PEOPLE,
27 Sep. 2025
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The elegant car, original down to the paint, is a legacy that will be passed on to her daughter.—
Laura Lane,
USA Today,
27 Sep. 2025
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Fabiana Filippi The intellectually sophisticated references behind Fabiana Filippi’s spring 2026 collection hinged on work of master photographers Vivian Maier, Arne Svenson and Luigi Ghirri, perfectly shown in the ultra-refined, textured daywear.—
Sandra Salibian,
Footwear News,
29 Sep. 2025
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There were also more relaxed but sophisticated looks, such as the tunics and coats with mandarin collars.—
Kati Chitrakorn,
CNN Money,
29 Sep. 2025
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“Intricate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intricate. Accessed 30 Sep. 2025.
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