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as in difficulty
something that makes a situation more complicated or difficult
the food allergies of the guests were just another complication for the couple trying to plan their wedding reception
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as in disease
an abnormal state that disrupts a plant's or animal's normal bodily functioning
complications set in after the surgery
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as in complexity
the state or quality of having many interrelated parts or aspects
a problem of such irreducible complication as to defy any easy solution
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Recent Examples of complication
One of the worst complications of these kinds of infections can be hemolytic uremic syndrome, which can lead to kidney failure and may even be deadly, especially for young children and the elderly.
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Brenda Goodman, CNN, 2 Nov. 2024
Doctors have told ProPublica that confusion and fear about the potential for legal repercussions are changing the way their colleagues treat pregnant patients who have complications.
—ProPublica, 2 Nov. 2024
TikTok star Taylor Rousseau Grigg, 25, recently died from complications related to asthma and Addison’s disease.
—Stephanie Brown, Verywell Health, 31 Oct. 2024
Healthy lifestyle habits can help prevent further liver damage and reduce the risk of complications.
—Lindsay Curtis, Health, 25 Oct. 2024
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Brenda Goodman, CNN, 2 Nov. 2024
Doctors have told ProPublica that confusion and fear about the potential for legal repercussions are changing the way their colleagues treat pregnant patients who have complications.
—ProPublica, 2 Nov. 2024
TikTok star Taylor Rousseau Grigg, 25, recently died from complications related to asthma and Addison’s disease.
—Stephanie Brown, Verywell Health, 31 Oct. 2024
Healthy lifestyle habits can help prevent further liver damage and reduce the risk of complications.
—Lindsay Curtis, Health, 25 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for complication
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If these workers are deported, the food industry will probably have great difficulty replacing them.Paul Krugman, The Mercury News, 13 Nov. 2024
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But there are several counties where the difficulty is even higher.Jasmine Cui, NBC News, 10 Nov. 2024
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This condition increases your dog's risk of developing diseases such as diabetes and pancreatitis, which can be fatal for your pup.Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024
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Monitor and treat chronic conditions: Conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, celiac disease, liver disease, or kidney disease can affect ferritin levels.Lindsay Curtis, Health, 5 Nov. 2024
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The port cask adds a layered complexity, balancing the bourbon's sweetness and spice while providing a rich, wine-like depth.Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
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With new capabilities being added to AI systems at a steady rate—in October, frontier AI lab Anthropic introduced the ability for its model to directly control a computer, still in beta—the complexity of governing this technology will only increase.Tharin Pillay, TIME, 5 Nov. 2024
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Moist compresses are used for: Boils and skin ailments Dry eyes, styes, and other eye issues Sore muscles Dry Compresses Dry compresses, like a microwavable heating pad, are a quick and easy solution for creating a warm compress.Kelly Burch, Verywell Health, 30 Oct. 2024
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Who should avoid using a foot spa? People with certain conditions or ailments should avoid foot soaks unless otherwise instructed by their doctor.Daley Quinn Published, Health, 25 Oct. 2024
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Health experts said that could deter more Americans from receiving Covid shots and routine immunizations against various diseases that have for decades saved millions of lives and prevented crippling illnesses.Annika Kim Constantino, CNBC, 5 Nov. 2024
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With chronic illness, little moments like these become milestones.Alana Kaufman, TIME, 4 Nov. 2024
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The idea of vigorous exercise can be daunting to people who are out of condition, Manmadhan said.Linda Carroll, NBC News, 7 Nov. 2024
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Meanwhile, snow and possible blizzard conditions are forecast for parts of the Northwest including Oregon, Washington, Idaho, and Montana.Thao Nguyen, USA TODAY, 5 Nov. 2024
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Fascist leaders often target minority groups and blame them for the country's ills, the War Department cautioned.Karen Weintraub, USA TODAY, 3 Nov. 2024
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To Gigi, the beneficiary, Pita was treated well, and, anyway, isn’t the American foster system a comparable social ill?Doreen St. Félix, The New Yorker, 2 Nov. 2024
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Neurodegenerative disorders, such as dementia, similarly can cause deterioration of this ability.New Atlas, New Atlas, 4 Nov. 2024
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This is a disorder in which the nerves and muscles of the stomach are paralyzed, slowing down digestion.10 Pancreatitis: This is inflammation of the pancreas, the digestive organ behind your stomach.Mark Gurarie, Health, 2 Nov. 2024
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“Complication.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/complication. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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