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as in complexity
something that makes a situation more complicated or difficult
just now learning the intricacies of owning one's own business
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as in complexness
the state or quality of having many interrelated parts or aspects
the intricacy of the puzzle requires close concentration
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Recent Examples of intricacy
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.
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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
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
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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
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
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for intricacy
Noun
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Collagen peptides dissolve cleanly without changing flavor, and warming spices like cardamom, ginger and nutmeg add complexity with no sugar or creamer needed.—
Allison Palmer,
Miami Herald,
20 May 2026
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The final contract nearly doubled that figure because of the operational complexity tied to Arctic logistics.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
20 May 2026
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When resolution was difficult, leisure travelers reported higher difficulty rates than business or mixed-purpose travelers, likely because frequent flyers have more experience navigating the system.—
Catherina Gioino,
Fortune,
19 May 2026
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Postpartum depression, per Mayo Clinic, includes symptoms such as depressed mood, difficulty bonding with your baby, changes in appetite, intense irritability and more.—
Raven Brunner,
PEOPLE,
19 May 2026
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The World Health Organization (WHO) has also reported new hantavirus cases in Spain and France, drawing attention to the rare but potentially severe disease, which can cause serious respiratory complications in humans.—
Brittany Miller,
FOXNews.com,
14 May 2026
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The device could also diagnose sleep disorders without bulky la equipment, monitor mental health conditions over time, and sense early signs of medical complications, the university said.—
Adam Harrington,
CBS News,
14 May 2026
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“Intricacy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intricacy. Accessed 23 May. 2026.
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