as in complexity
something that makes a situation more complicated or difficult
the inevitable convolutions involved in setting up an international teleconference
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Especially for certain special education students, many of whom have a neurological condition, having an accurate summary of a topic indeed may be better and more digestible than having to comb through pages upon pages of detailed convolution that may very plausibly overwhelm someone.
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Steven Aquino, Forbes, 4 Dec. 2024
Sure, by the end of the episode, the convolutions have begun to accumulate, but that just goes with the territory.
—Keith Phipps, Vulture, 29 Aug. 2024
The resulting structure, unlike a smooth seawall, is replete with nooks, crannies, and convolutions.
—Saqib Rahim, WIRED, 11 Oct. 2024
Plot convolutions involving a Time Variance Authority (TVA) controlled by evil Mr. Paradox (Matthew Macfadyen) allow for numerous inconsistencies — not paradoxical facts of being and nothingness, just a setup for Deadpool’s interminable, rude, self-reflexive jokes.
—Armond White, National Review, 26 July 2024
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Steven Aquino, Forbes, 4 Dec. 2024
Sure, by the end of the episode, the convolutions have begun to accumulate, but that just goes with the territory.
—Keith Phipps, Vulture, 29 Aug. 2024
The resulting structure, unlike a smooth seawall, is replete with nooks, crannies, and convolutions.
—Saqib Rahim, WIRED, 11 Oct. 2024
Plot convolutions involving a Time Variance Authority (TVA) controlled by evil Mr. Paradox (Matthew Macfadyen) allow for numerous inconsistencies — not paradoxical facts of being and nothingness, just a setup for Deadpool’s interminable, rude, self-reflexive jokes.
—Armond White, National Review, 26 July 2024
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Michael Flaherty Updated Jan 13, 2025 - Business Corporate spinoffs grow in size and complexity The average size of corporate spinoffs is growing, as CEOs look beyond hiving off unloved divisions and toward more complex, transformative deals.—
Dan Primack,
Axios,
6 Feb. 2025
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Because of the size and complexity of each language, most digital translators use a data connection to access servers that contain the information required to complete their translation.—
Séamus Bellamy,
Travel + Leisure,
6 Feb. 2025
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Compulsion Games wants players to be fully immersed in this world, in whatever way suits their fancy, whether that’s ramping up the difficulty or toggling invincibility on.—
Alyssa Mercante,
Rolling Stone,
11 Feb. 2025
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Botulism is a rare but serious illness caused by a toxin that attacks the body's nerves and causes difficulty breathing, muscle paralysis and even death, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.—
Kate Gibson,
CBS News,
11 Feb. 2025
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Recognizing the symptoms of scarlet fever early and seeking medical care can ensure a quick recovery and reduce the risk of complications.—
Lindsay Curtis,
Health,
15 Feb. 2025
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But finding romance, a challenge at any age, comes with its own set of complications for men and women in their seventh, eighth and ninth decade of life.—
Allison Gilbert,
CNN,
14 Feb. 2025
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“Convolution.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/convolution. Accessed 20 Feb. 2025.
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