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as in difficulty
something that makes a situation more complicated or difficult
the difference in time zones was yet another complicacy that had to be dealt with
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as in complexity
the state or quality of having many interrelated parts or aspects
the complicacy of the theory of relativity is such that it cannot be reduced to a few words that are readily comprehensible to the layman
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Driving for Joe Gibbs Racing, Bell admitted to having difficulties with superspeedway-style racing earlier in his career but credited his team's hard work for the successful adjustments.—
Mark Joseph,
Newsweek,
24 Feb. 2025 -
If the firm backing the ETN has financial difficulties, the note might not be paid in full.—
Bob Carlson,
Forbes,
24 Feb. 2025
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Industry groups should push for qualified leadership appointments at crucial agencies like the DEA, FDA and USDA—officials who understand both cannabis policy complexities and public health implications.—
Ricardo Baca,
Rolling Stone,
19 Feb. 2025
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That process can take months or even years, depending on the project’s complexity.—
Lisa Friedman,
New York Times,
19 Feb. 2025
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This only adds to the complications for millennials and Gen Z, Bob Driscoll Senior Vice President and Director of Residential Lending at Rockland Trust, said.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
28 Feb. 2025
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There’s no specific treatment for measles, so doctors generally try to alleviate symptoms, prevent complications and keep patients comfortable.—
Laura Ungar,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Feb. 2025
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“Complicacy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/complicacy. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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