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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
When to See a Provider Though many ankle sprains heal with at-home care, some cases require medical attention to prevent long-term complications.
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Sarah Jividen, Verywell Health, 26 Feb. 2025
While her cause of death has not been confirmed, a source told ABC News that the actress had recently undergone a liver transplant and may have experienced complications.
—Monica Mercuri, Forbes, 26 Feb. 2025
Up to 3 out of 1,000 children with measles will die from respiratory or neurological complications, according to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
—Neha Mukherjee, CNN, 26 Feb. 2025
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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Sarah Jividen, Verywell Health, 26 Feb. 2025
While her cause of death has not been confirmed, a source told ABC News that the actress had recently undergone a liver transplant and may have experienced complications.
—Monica Mercuri, Forbes, 26 Feb. 2025
Up to 3 out of 1,000 children with measles will die from respiratory or neurological complications, according to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
—Neha Mukherjee, CNN, 26 Feb. 2025
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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Recent Examples of Synonyms for complication
Noun
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What's better, most of the best drip coffee machines on this list have a lower difficulty rating than your toaster oven.—
Matthew Korfhage,
WIRED,
7 Mar. 2025
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Republicans have been and still are going through a good bit of difficulty in becoming the party of both the rich and the working class.—
Chris Stirewalt,
The Hill,
7 Mar. 2025
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Measles is a highly contagious, airborne disease that can cause serious health complications, including death, especially in children under 5.—
Jaden Amos,
Axios,
28 Feb. 2025
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And if that wasn’t bad enough, in extremely rare circumstances, neurologic fallout from measles is delayed, showing up 7 to 10 years post-infection as subacute sclerosing panencephalitis, a degenerative disease that is ultimately fatal, Dr. Lovins says.—
Erica Sloan,
SELF,
28 Feb. 2025
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Instead of presenting the complexity of Israeli reality, the filmmakers chose to amplify narratives that distort Israel’s image vis-à-vis international audiences.—
Etan Vlessing,
The Hollywood Reporter,
3 Mar. 2025
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These proposals could have far-reaching implications for individuals and businesses navigating the complexities of the U.S. tax system.—
Virginia La Torre Jeker,
Forbes,
3 Mar. 2025
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When these germs escape the farm and infect humans, antibiotics are ineffective at treating them, which can make common ailments difficult or even impossible to heal.—
Kenny Torrella,
Vox,
1 Mar. 2025
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Musculoskeletal injuries are perhaps the most common ailment experienced by hockey players.—
Lipi Roy, MD,
Forbes,
28 Feb. 2025
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The answer is critical, especially amid winter respiratory illness season, as the flu, COVID-19 and common colds circulate.—
Eduardo Cuevas,
USA TODAY,
27 Feb. 2025
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The San Francisco Chronicle reported last year that Riley was still faking illnesses even while in prison, with records indicating she was taken to the emergency room 24 times in the first 18 months of her sentence.—
Lissete Lanuza Sáenz,
StyleCaster,
26 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Nigella seeds are generally considered safe for most adults without health conditions, but there are a few safety considerations to keep in mind.—
Chelsea Rae Bourgeois, RDN, LD,
Health,
2 Mar. 2025
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Dry and breezy conditions were prompting red flag warnings across much of the Southeast on Saturday and into Sunday.—
Bill Hutchinson,
ABC News,
2 Mar. 2025
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During the Cold War, population control came to be seen as a kind of master key—a panacea for social and political ills.—
Gideon Lewis-Kraus,
The New Yorker,
24 Feb. 2025
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The agency has the subject of fierce controversy and a target of the Trump administration’s accusations of government ills.—
Patrik Jonsson,
The Christian Science Monitor,
11 Feb. 2025
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This was 1975, before the current awareness of Alzheimer's, and even his doctor didn't suspect the disorder.—
Laura Kwerel,
NPR,
3 Mar. 2025
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In an interview with The Harvard Gazette, Dr. Mehta stressed that oranges are no replacement for traditional antidepressants, pointing out that citrus might help prevent depression, but medication may be needed to treat the disorder.—
Emily Kay Votruba,
EverydayHealth.com,
28 Feb. 2025
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“Complication.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/complication. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.
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