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complexity

[kuhm-plek-si-tee] / kəmˈplɛk sɪ ti /


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Her work examines whether a theory known as Gravity from Entropy can help explain how cosmic complexity emerges even as the Universe's total entropy increases.

From Science Daily Jul. 21, 2026

Food experts, however, say that false-positives can occur when testing for Cyclospora cayetanensis, because of the complexity of the parasite.

From MarketWatch Jul. 20, 2026

But still, the complexity of the system means the time taken for UK nationals to get through the border has risen from seven minutes to 20 minutes.

From BBC Jul. 19, 2026

According to the LADWP, welding a project of this scope and complexity can take up to 16 hours.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 18, 2026

Only Joshua took any enjoyment from the rabbinical complexity shrouding his recent papers.

From "Double Helix" by James D. Watson

Though far from being a “gritty” period drama, “Little House” does attempt to capture the realities and complexities of its place and time, while still hewing to Wilder’s original themes of resilience, hope and family.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 9, 2026

To understand the complexities of today's leasehold system, described by many, including Housing Minister Matthew Pennycook, as "feudal", we have to go back almost 1,000 years.

From BBC Jul. 7, 2026

Monness, Crespi, Hardt & Co. analyst Brian White wrote in a recent note that Datadog has positioned itself well to benefit from the growing IT complexities that come with generative AI.

From MarketWatch Jul. 6, 2026

For many spectators, the coexistence of mourning ceremonies and World Cup excitement reflected the complexities of modern Iranian life.

From Barron's Jun. 21, 2026

There are layers to fear, and complexities, and being trapped here brings that to light.

From "Internment" by Samira Ahmed




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