as in maze
a confusing and complicated arrangement of passages
we eventually realized that we were lost in the labyrinth of hallways in the museum
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Pushing a tile onto the board pushes another off and creates new routes through the labyrinth.
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Simon Hill, Wired News, 9 July 2025
In the original, Emily, the enigmatic socialite, and Stephanie, the ever-eager mommy vlogger, navigated a labyrinth of secrets, betrayals, and, of course, a missing person.
—Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
For instance, a viral or bacterial infection like a cold or the flu could trigger inflammation of a part of your inner ear called the labyrinth (a.k.a. labyrinthitis) or your vestibular nerve (vestibular neuritis).
—Rachel Nall, SELF, 17 June 2025
Discover the labyrinth, a quiet space dedicated to meditation and mindfulness.
—Lydia Mansel, Southern Living, 8 June 2025
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Simon Hill, Wired News, 9 July 2025
In the original, Emily, the enigmatic socialite, and Stephanie, the ever-eager mommy vlogger, navigated a labyrinth of secrets, betrayals, and, of course, a missing person.
—Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
For instance, a viral or bacterial infection like a cold or the flu could trigger inflammation of a part of your inner ear called the labyrinth (a.k.a. labyrinthitis) or your vestibular nerve (vestibular neuritis).
—Rachel Nall, SELF, 17 June 2025
Discover the labyrinth, a quiet space dedicated to meditation and mindfulness.
—Lydia Mansel, Southern Living, 8 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for labyrinth
maze
Noun
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Knott’s announced the retirement of the Bloodline 1842 and Wax Works mazes after the 2024 season.—
Brady MacDonald,
Oc Register,
18 July 2025
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There were beautiful farm animals, interactive science exhibits and even a candy maze.—
Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado
Updated July 16,
Sacbee.com,
16 July 2025
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“Labyrinth.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/labyrinth. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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