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Mr. Romm complicates matters further by adding quotes from other sources to Stobaeus’ selections, diluting the book’s ability to show us the anthologist’s true intent.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

The immediate reappearance of Colbert in a different format complicates that framing, suggesting not an endpoint but a transition across media forms.

From Salon • May 23, 2026

That complicates counter-measures by the state, which could be seen as an attack on the clan as a whole.

From Barron's • Apr. 28, 2026

Traffic on the M4 often complicates commutes - and the long‑debated relief road continues to cast a shadow over discussions about the city's growth.

From BBC • Apr. 27, 2026

“My parents don’t really get it when I’m sarcastic. It complicates things.”

From "Far from the Tree" by Robin Benway