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as in complicate
having many parts or aspects that are usually interrelated
a complicated apparatus
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as in detailed
made or done with great care or with much detail
complicated plans for redeveloping the riverfront that involve both the private and public sectors
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as in sophisticated
to make complex or difficult
the need to go to both a PTA conference and condo board meeting really complicates tonight's schedule
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as in aggravated
to make more severe
asthma that has recently been complicated by a bout of bronchitis
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Recent Examples of complicated
Tim Graham, New York Times, 12 Apr. 2025
This new version of La Bohème is three times more complicated than the original and sometimes incoherent.
—Jeffrey Seller, Vulture, 11 Apr. 2025
President Donald Trump’s tariffs aim to bring jobs and factories back to the U.S., but the reality is more complicated.
—Bruce Gil, Quartz, 4 Apr. 2025
Any hedge fund or investment bank with an ability to do some complicated hedges is in a position to jump into the fray.
—William Baldwin, Forbes.com, 4 Apr. 2025
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Determining appropriate value, however, is complicated.
—Tim Graham, New York Times, 12 Apr. 2025
This new version of La Bohème is three times more complicated than the original and sometimes incoherent.
—Jeffrey Seller, Vulture, 11 Apr. 2025
President Donald Trump’s tariffs aim to bring jobs and factories back to the U.S., but the reality is more complicated.
—Bruce Gil, Quartz, 4 Apr. 2025
Any hedge fund or investment bank with an ability to do some complicated hedges is in a position to jump into the fray.
—William Baldwin, Forbes.com, 4 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for complicated
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Left unmanaged, these issues can disrupt family dynamics, derail careers, deplete wealth and complicate legacy planning.—
John Samuels,
Forbes.com,
22 Apr. 2025
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Shifting trade policies, geopolitical risks, supply shortages and evolving regulatory landscapes all complicate decision-making.—
Sarah Jones,
Sourcing Journal,
10 Apr. 2025
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The website Time and Date also provides detailed information about where and when to see the phenomenon.—
Eric Lagatta,
USA Today,
19 Apr. 2025
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Sources said that long-form stories got good traffic, as did deeply reported service pieces, like detailed gear reviews.—
Rachel Monroe,
New Yorker,
18 Apr. 2025
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In the sixth inning, India re-aggravated the injury after reaching base on a one-out walk.—
Jaylon Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
13 Apr. 2025
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However, the fall of Syrian President Bashar Assad aggravated already tense relations between Turkey and Israel, with their conflicting interests pushing the relationship toward a possible collision course.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
12 Apr. 2025
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Dutch florists provided tens of thousands of flowers in an intricate, colorful layout − a tradition in its 39th year.—
John Bacon,
USA Today,
21 Apr. 2025
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At its core, quilting involves stitching together layers of fabric, often in intricate patterns, to create both beautiful and functional items.—
Abby Wolner,
Better Homes & Gardens,
19 Apr. 2025
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This capability directly addresses use cases involving the analysis of extensive codebases, the summarization of lengthy documents, or maintaining context in prolonged complex interactions necessary for sophisticated AI agents.—
Janakiram MSV,
Forbes.com,
15 Apr. 2025
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Allergies are really complex, and a lot of factors play a role in who gets them and who doesn’t.—
Breanne Hayes Haney,
The Conversation,
14 Apr. 2025
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As the recession deepened and unemployment shot higher, the interest and the penalties on Natale’s loans compounded much faster than her ability to move up the ladder to higher paying jobs.—
Alicia Wallace,
CNN,
21 Mar. 2025
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Those convictions were only deepened in the spring and summer of 2020, with the COVID-19 pandemic and post-George Floyd protests.—
Alexander Nazaryan,
Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government,
21 Mar. 2025
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The cooler tones within this taupe shade are sophisticated and elegant when paired with veiny marble details.—
Heather Bien,
Southern Living,
17 Apr. 2025
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The sophisticated bouquet features a monochrome rose and carnation mix that any mom would be thrilled to receive.—
Sarah Madaus,
Architectural Digest,
17 Apr. 2025
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But one of the many benefits of the large format was showing off the colors and textures of designer Ruth Carter’s elaborate costuming in such vivid detail.—
Bill Desowitz,
IndieWire,
19 Apr. 2025
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Through its elaborate culinary retreats in the Kenyan bush, guests team up with an array of cooks to collect edible plants in a combination master class and gathering mission.—
Vivian Song,
Robb Report,
19 Apr. 2025
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“Complicated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/complicated. Accessed 30 Apr. 2025.
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