as in complicated
having many parts or aspects that are usually interrelated
a convoluted explanation that left the listeners even more confused than they were before
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Recent Examples of convoluted
But the convoluted attempts to bring back their Oscar-winning leading man never truly took flight.
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Brian Davids, The Hollywood Reporter, 30 Nov. 2024
These types of convoluted structures had been used by OceanGate for years.
—Mark Harris, WIRED, 25 Oct. 2024
The reader from Golden is spot on about the confusing and convoluted entry to C-470 from any direction, Interstate 25 North or South, or E-470 from the east.
—Dp Opinion, The Denver Post, 4 Oct. 2024
Making the sequel just as successful will be the bigger challenge: As those familiar with the stage version know, Wicked’s second act covers a much more convoluted plot that not only retells The Wizard of Oz but also wades more deeply into political allegory.
—Shirley Li, The Atlantic, 27 Nov. 2024
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Brian Davids, The Hollywood Reporter, 30 Nov. 2024
These types of convoluted structures had been used by OceanGate for years.
—Mark Harris, WIRED, 25 Oct. 2024
The reader from Golden is spot on about the confusing and convoluted entry to C-470 from any direction, Interstate 25 North or South, or E-470 from the east.
—Dp Opinion, The Denver Post, 4 Oct. 2024
Making the sequel just as successful will be the bigger challenge: As those familiar with the stage version know, Wicked’s second act covers a much more convoluted plot that not only retells The Wizard of Oz but also wades more deeply into political allegory.
—Shirley Li, The Atlantic, 27 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for convoluted
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Some, like comedy kingpin Chuck Lorre, have more complicated deals that may eclipse those of the mega-earners due to back-end compensation terms for shows that perform well.Tatiana Siegel, Variety, 11 Dec. 2024
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But things get complicated when York and the spirit haunting her — known as Nolan Callahan in his days among the living — begin to feel a spark of romance between them.Charlotte Phillipp, People.com, 10 Dec. 2024
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Listen to this article Loading your audio article The NBA’s new collective bargaining agreement (CBA) has transformed trades into intricate puzzles.Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 13 Dec. 2024
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Later home felt everywhere, radiant waters, thistles, greenest hilltops dotted with sheep, masses of tulips and geese, wandering William’s intricate paths, pausing at every turn, life stretching ahead, mountains of bliss and searing sorrow for years to come.Jennifer Harlan, New York Times, 13 Dec. 2024
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Sizable costs levied on businesses, costs that needlessly harm and complicate exchange for customers and businesses alike.John Tamny, Forbes, 24 Oct. 2024
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May dilute ownership and complicate decision-making.Geri Stengel, Forbes, 16 Oct. 2024
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Fighting a complex legal battle is expensive, even for someone like Mangione who appears to come from wealth, Rainey Reitman, board president for Freedom of the Press Foundation said.Nick Penzenstadler, USA TODAY, 12 Dec. 2024
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In its way, A Real Pain is a more complex film than last year's Oscar-winning Zone of Interest, a brutally cold but also rather obvious study of a Nazi family living out a suburban fantasy next to a concentration camp.Tom Gliatto, People.com, 11 Dec. 2024
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Combining different age statements and finishing casks contributes to its depth and richness, creating a unique and sophisticated sipping experience.Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
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Sleek and sophisticated, monochromatic schemes—particularly in white, gold and silver—are trending, like this silver belles-inspired 40-count ornament set.Jené Luciani Sena, Fox News, 11 Dec. 2024
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“Convoluted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/convoluted. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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