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as in complicated
having many parts or aspects that are usually interrelated
a remarkably involved story for a writer so young
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as in detailed
made or done with great care or with much detail
very involved descriptions of every last detail of the lavish wedding
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as in affected
to be the business or affair of
this isn't something that involves you, so don't worry about it
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as in included
to have as part of a whole
a tragic play usually involves a number of plot devices, including the hero's fatal flaw
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as in interested
to hold the attention of
her blissful daydream so completely involved her that she never heard the knock on the door
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as in wrapped
to surround or cover closely
a mind that was deeply involved in doubt about his wife's fidelity
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Recent Examples of involved
Isabela Raygoza, Billboard, 10 Apr. 2025
Sander, 90, retired from the House in 2019 and has stayed involved in current political affairs.
—Rachel Schilke, The Washington Examiner, 5 Apr. 2025
Andy Naylor, New York Times, 11 Apr. 2025
Unfortunately, claims like these prove to be harmful to all involved, absent full review.
—Daniel R. Depetris, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 Apr. 2025
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Adjective
How involved was Shakira working with the segments of her sets?
—Isabela Raygoza, Billboard, 10 Apr. 2025
Sander, 90, retired from the House in 2019 and has stayed involved in current political affairs.
—Rachel Schilke, The Washington Examiner, 5 Apr. 2025
Verb
Injuries have played a major role in undermining the collective impact of the players involved for Brighton, while a third of the signings have been out on loan to clubs throughout the continent.
—Andy Naylor, New York Times, 11 Apr. 2025
Unfortunately, claims like these prove to be harmful to all involved, absent full review.
—Daniel R. Depetris, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for involved
Adjective
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So, Tokyo’s fear of Trump is more complicated than meets the eye.—
William Pesek,
Forbes.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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The attention to detail allowed Ramsey to immerse themself into the complicated thoughts racing through Ellie’s head as Dina begins making her feelings about Ellie crystal clear.—
Adam B. Vary,
Variety,
14 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The website Time and Date also provides detailed information about where and when to see the phenomenon.—
Eric Lagatta,
USA Today,
19 Apr. 2025
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Sources said that long-form stories got good traffic, as did deeply reported service pieces, like detailed gear reviews.—
Rachel Monroe,
New Yorker,
18 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Additionally, taxpayers in Los Angeles County, California, affected by the devastating wildfires in January have until October 15 to file their tax returns for 2024.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 Apr. 2025
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Additionally, taxpayers in Los Angeles County, California, affected by the devastating wildfires in January have until October 15 to file their tax returns for 2024.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 Apr. 2025
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The effort took two years of analysis by a team that included historians, engineers and forensic experts, Nat Geo in a statement.—
Theresa Braine,
New York Daily News,
14 Apr. 2025
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In film, Marsh’s resume included The Rebel (1961), Unearthly Stranger (1964), fantasy adventure Willow (1988), thriller Frenzy (1972) and war movie The Eagle Has Landed (1976).—
Marc Berman,
Forbes.com,
14 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Shifting trade policies, geopolitical risks, supply shortages and evolving regulatory landscapes all complicate decision-making.—
Sarah Jones,
Sourcing Journal,
10 Apr. 2025
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While promoting fairness, the rule can, and often does, complicate estate administration.—
Virginia La Torre Jeker, J.D.,
Forbes.com,
7 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Although against a group of vibrant, hungry players who hunt like wolves before fizzing and whizzing in possession, with relentless ball speed and intricate rotations, Villa could only make up for the deficit in quality and European pedigree through hard work.—
Jacob Tanswell,
New York Times,
10 Apr. 2025
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His big toes included the Texas pickle brand’s logo, and his remaining toes included intricate nail art to resemble pickles.—
Charna Flam,
People.com,
10 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Jabbar's truck contained an ISIS flag.—
Joey Garrison,
USA TODAY,
3 Jan. 2025
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Many of the posts contained hateful messages about Muslim Americans, the same type of bigotry O'Reilly had fought against.—
Niraj Warikoo,
Detroit Free Press,
3 Jan. 2025
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Traded by the Angels and non-tendered by Atlanta, Canning signed with the Mets because he was intrigued by their successful major-league development of starters last season.—
Tim Britton,
The Athletic,
25 Mar. 2025
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The Ravens would have to be intrigued if Banks falls in the mid-20s.—
Jeff Zrebiec,
The Athletic,
25 Mar. 2025
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“Involved.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/involved. Accessed 23 Apr. 2025.
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