intricacy
noun
in·tri·ca·cy
ˈin-tri-kə-sē 
plural intricacies
1
: the quality or state of being intricate
2
: something intricate
the intricacies of a plot
Examples of intricacy in a Sentence
She admired the composition for its beauty and intricacy.
I had trouble following all the intricacies in the plot.
the intricacies of English grammar
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Shannon Adducci, Robb Report, 5 May 2025
Featuring Babe Ruth and several other real-life Yankee legends as themselves, director Sam Wood’s heartfelt story doubles as a document of baseball culture in all of its intricacies, from rookie season hazing rituals to Gehrig’s rousing home-run sensations.
—Samantha Bergeson, IndieWire, 25 Apr. 2025
The challenges and intricacies of the industry provided Miller with a valuable learning experience.
—Jack McCullough, Forbes.com, 21 Apr. 2025
Known for her empathetic but unflinching approach, Guralnik guides couples through real-life therapy sessions, offering viewers rare insight into the emotional intricacies of romantic relationships.
—Clayton Davis, Variety, 14 Apr. 2025
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“Intricacy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/intricacy. Accessed 18 May. 2025.
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intricacy
noun
in·tri·ca·cy
ˈin-tri-kə-sē
plural intricacies
1
: the quality or state of being intricate
2
: something intricate
the intricacies of the plot
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