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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
Each knot is made with a unique intricacy and sometimes comes with tulle renditions or drape patterns.
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Ugonnaora Owoh, Essence, 24 Oct. 2024
Investors need to educate themselves on the intricacies of each market and would likely benefit from using a professional third party or platform to put together a portfolio.
—Garth Friesen, Forbes, 27 Oct. 2024
The series delves into the intricacies of political conspiracy surrounding former President Donald Trump, offering a fresh historical perspective rather than a strictly political narrative.
—Shaan Memon, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 26 Oct. 2024
Not only was the presentation overflowing with choices, but the bountiful way in which every dish was displayed—including small descriptions breaking down the intricacies of each dish—truly added to the experience.
—Charlie Hobbs, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Oct. 2024
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Ugonnaora Owoh, Essence, 24 Oct. 2024
Investors need to educate themselves on the intricacies of each market and would likely benefit from using a professional third party or platform to put together a portfolio.
—Garth Friesen, Forbes, 27 Oct. 2024
The series delves into the intricacies of political conspiracy surrounding former President Donald Trump, offering a fresh historical perspective rather than a strictly political narrative.
—Shaan Memon, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 26 Oct. 2024
Not only was the presentation overflowing with choices, but the bountiful way in which every dish was displayed—including small descriptions breaking down the intricacies of each dish—truly added to the experience.
—Charlie Hobbs, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for intricacy
Noun
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These personal stories play an important role in de-stigmatizing acne and portraying the complexities of treatment.Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024
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Also, explore cocktails featuring rare vintages like the Retrograde mixed with TIME : SPACE Mastery, a unique single malt with layers of complexity that embraces 200 years of history.Melinda Sheckells, The Hollywood Reporter, 5 Nov. 2024
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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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In the wake of the ruling, numerous reports have emerged of women dying or nearly dying from miscarriages or complications in dangerous pregnancies, as doctors were unable to intervene due to these bans.Lizzie Hyman, People.com, 5 Nov. 2024
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Losing Prescott is sure to add some huge complications for the offense, but the Cowboys have Cooper Rush and Trey Lance to lean on while Prescott heals.Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024
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“Intricacy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intricacy. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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