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complicates

  • present tense form of complicate (3rd person singular).

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This allowed the team to remove much of the environmental variation that complicates cancer studies involving humans.

From Science Daily Jul. 27, 2026

Directing awards to organizations in high-income countries further complicates the funding.

From Salon Jul. 21, 2026

Oil’s retreat below $80 a barrel may be good news for consumers, but it complicates the outlook for packaged-food companies.

From Barron's Jun. 23, 2026

In “House of the Dragon,” another factor complicates the sons’ ascension: Their authority figures are now their mothers.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 22, 2026

“Having her on the loose certainly complicates the situation. Whether my assistance can compensate for her interference remains to be seen.”

From "Fablehaven" by Brandon Mull