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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
Both solutions are artificial and don't fully restore natural tooth function, potentially leading to long-term complications.
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Josh Hammer, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 Apr. 2025
Hackman is believed to have died about a week later of heart disease with complications from Alzheimer's disease.
—CBS News, 15 Apr. 2025
Pneumonia is a complication of measles, and is the most common cause of death from measles in young children, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, a subsidiary of HHS.
—Michelle R. Smith, Chicago Tribune, 15 Apr. 2025
Jaeger-LeCoultre’s Reverso looked incredible in gold with a Milanese strap, as did several of the new complications, while Patek Philippe gave its Calatrava fresh momentum through subtle design evolution.
—Lily Templeton, Footwear News, 14 Apr. 2025
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Josh Hammer, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 Apr. 2025
Hackman is believed to have died about a week later of heart disease with complications from Alzheimer's disease.
—CBS News, 15 Apr. 2025
Pneumonia is a complication of measles, and is the most common cause of death from measles in young children, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, a subsidiary of HHS.
—Michelle R. Smith, Chicago Tribune, 15 Apr. 2025
Jaeger-LeCoultre’s Reverso looked incredible in gold with a Milanese strap, as did several of the new complications, while Patek Philippe gave its Calatrava fresh momentum through subtle design evolution.
—Lily Templeton, Footwear News, 14 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for complication
Noun
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More research is needed to determine if this priming has an impact on those who have difficulty filtering out background noise, such as people with hearing loss or ADHD.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
9 Apr. 2025
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American companies who have based their business models on manufacturing in the country could also face severe difficulties.—
Raja Krishnamoorthi,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Apr. 2025
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However, in the U.S., the CDC has concluded there is no evidence that pesticides are effective in preventing these diseases and does not recommend this practice.—
Kathleen Wong,
USA Today,
17 Apr. 2025
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The Harmattan facilitates the spread of diseases, such as influenza.—
Christophe Lavaysse,
JSTOR Daily,
17 Apr. 2025
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The platform removes complexity out of operations and provides visibility, automation, and clarity.—
Jennifer Pierce,
USA Today,
20 Apr. 2025
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Fort Worth needs a Chief who understands the complexities of law enforcement and is dedicated to fostering safety, transparency, and trust citywide.—
Harrison Mantas,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
20 Apr. 2025
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Supports the immune system and may help prevent seasonal ailments such as colds and flu.—
Alessandra Signorelli,
Vogue,
8 Apr. 2025
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James averaged 25 points (51.7% shooting from the field, 38.4% from 3-point range), 8.5 assists and 8.2 rebounds while playing in 58 of the Lakers’ first 62 games before missing time because of the groin ailment.—
Khobi Price,
Orange County Register,
23 Mar. 2025
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In 1976, the disease detectives were sent to investigate an outbreak in Philadelphia of a mysterious deadly illness.—
Casey Luc,
The Conversation,
14 Apr. 2025
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During its workshops, outdoor workers learn what heat illness is and its symptoms as well as how to help co-workers suffering from extreme heat.—
Mimi Whitefield,
Miami Herald,
14 Apr. 2025
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As far as the long-term effects, frequent and heavy alcohol consumption can lead to serious health conditions like liver disease, heart problems, increased cancer risk and damage to the nervous system.—
Greta Cross,
USA Today,
20 Apr. 2025
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The huge wealth gap fueled resentment and demands for better conditions.—
Lauren Frayer,
NPR,
19 Apr. 2025
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Those not employed were most commonly caring for a family member, attending school, or ill.—
KFF Health News,
Oc Register,
18 Apr. 2025
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In the meantime, the new administrators warn that the Kennedy Center is impoverished, that the facility has become shoddy and that some of its programming ill serves the American ideal.—
Mark Swed,
Los Angeles Times,
15 Apr. 2025
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People with auditory neuropathy spectrum disorder have problems with the inner ear or the nerve that sends the signal to the brain.—
Heidi Cope,
Health,
20 Apr. 2025
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There are three main types of diabetes: Type 1 diabetes: an autoimmune disorder that causes the body to stop making insulin, a hormone used to control blood sugar.—
Tom Gavin,
EverydayHealth.com,
18 Apr. 2025
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“Complication.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/complication. Accessed 25 Apr. 2025.
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