as in complexity
the state or quality of having many interrelated parts or aspects
the engine's sophistication requires that all repairs be done by an experienced mechanic
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Recent Examples of sophistication
Popularized in the 1950s by actors Audrey Hepburn and Jean Seberg as part of a visual rejection the long locks of their bombshell counterparts—and a want of European sophistication—pixie cuts have remained a symbol of nonconformity.
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Tish Weinstock, Vogue, 9 Apr. 2025
Officials fear patient care will deteriorate New CT hotel opens in historic mansion, in town described as ‘New England low-key sophistication’
Eversource wants to return $275M to electric customers.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 7 Apr. 2025
But beyond the star power and sophistication, the Hope Rising Benefit was a night of connection and commitment—a reminder that every dollar raised is a step toward understanding FTD, supporting affected families, and, one day, finding a cure.
—Vogue, 6 Apr. 2025
Wrigley has always been an alchemical brew of simplicity and sophistication.
—Edward Keegan, Chicago Tribune, 6 Apr. 2025
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Tish Weinstock, Vogue, 9 Apr. 2025
Officials fear patient care will deteriorate New CT hotel opens in historic mansion, in town described as ‘New England low-key sophistication’
Eversource wants to return $275M to electric customers.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 7 Apr. 2025
But beyond the star power and sophistication, the Hope Rising Benefit was a night of connection and commitment—a reminder that every dollar raised is a step toward understanding FTD, supporting affected families, and, one day, finding a cure.
—Vogue, 6 Apr. 2025
Wrigley has always been an alchemical brew of simplicity and sophistication.
—Edward Keegan, Chicago Tribune, 6 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for sophistication
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“Sophistication.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sophistication. Accessed 24 Apr. 2025.
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