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as in complicate
having many parts or aspects that are usually interrelated
the novel's deliberately involute plot is intended as a brainteaser for readers
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as in spiral
turning around an axis like the thread of a screw
the chambered nautilus is readily identified by its involute seashell
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Recent Examples of involute
Lucid has patented the involute profile of the gear teeth within its transmission, optimized for performance and efficiency to transmit maximum torque under power while spinning with the least resistance otherwise.
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IEEE Spectrum, 11 Aug. 2020
Lucid has patented the involute profile of the gear teeth within its transmission, optimized for performance and efficiency to transmit maximum torque under power while spinning with the least resistance otherwise.
—IEEE Spectrum, 11 Aug. 2020
IEEE Spectrum, 11 Aug. 2020
Lucid has patented the involute profile of the gear teeth within its transmission, optimized for performance and efficiency to transmit maximum torque under power while spinning with the least resistance otherwise.
—IEEE Spectrum, 11 Aug. 2020
Recent Examples of Synonyms for involute
Adjective
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Tariffs, trade wars and economic uncertainty complicate operations and planning.—
Simon Dae Oong Kim,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2025
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Now, sometimes the people or circumstances around us complicate that endeavor.—
R. Eric Thomas,
Denver Post,
4 June 2025
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In 1977, a young American artist named Anna Sofaer found a spiral petroglyph near the top of Fajada Butte, one of the highest points in the park.—
Kevin West,
Travel + Leisure,
14 July 2025
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Beyond the reception area of the six-floor Art Deco building—a space decorated with a mustard leather sofa and walnut lounge chairs upholstered in black leather or blue velvet—is a spiral terrazzo staircase that guests can use to access the hotel’s suites.—
Michaela Trimble,
Vogue,
13 July 2025
Adjective
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The killings follow the geometry of a mandala, an intricate spiritual symbol representing cosmic order and balance.—
Isabella Wandermurem,
Time,
25 July 2025
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Open just in time for Amsterdam’s 750th anniversary, the building featured Neo-Classical architecture which can be seen and felt through grand staircases, intricate woodwork and decorative ceilings which have been preserved during the property’s construction.—
Rana Good,
Forbes.com,
25 July 2025
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In addition, the watch has a stop-second function, which halts the balance wheel and seconds hand when the winding crown is pulled out, allowing for precise time adjustments.—
Anthony DeMarco,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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The crash occurred on U.S. Highway 90 about 30 miles outside of New Orleans — on a winding, narrow stretch of the two-lane highway known as the Old Spanish Trail, per The Salina Journal.—
Lynsey Eidell,
People.com,
29 June 2025
Adjective
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Ike Howard’s journey to the Oilers roster is a little more complicated.—
Allan Mitchell,
New York Times,
1 Aug. 2025
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Predicting his next move is more complicated, as high wages could provide a major stumbling block for any potential suitors.—
Dan Cancian,
Forbes.com,
31 July 2025
Adjective
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Dressler said part of what worries him is the relative lack of experience of the military pilots who may have only been in the area a short time and don't understand the complex airspace around Washington.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
2 Aug. 2025
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There, travelers can familiarize themselves with the capital’s founding and complex past, especially with the help of a knowledgeable tour guide.—
Zoe Shapiro,
Travel + Leisure,
2 Aug. 2025
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Hand-stained and vegetable-tanned, the material feels both supple and durable, lending a sophisticated finish without sacrificing functionality.—
Talia Ergas,
Travel + Leisure,
22 July 2025
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This sophisticated technique represents the highest standard of data recovery possible on today's smartphones, working within security constraints to provide the most complete evidence picture available.—
Lars Daniel,
Forbes.com,
22 July 2025
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“Involute.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/involute. Accessed 5 Aug. 2025.
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