1. to make the final stages or completion of something more difficult, complex, or problematic
The unexpected supply chain issues complicate finishing the project on time.
Os problemas inesperados da cadeia de suprimentos complicam o acabamento do projeto no prazo.
2. to introduce difficulties or complications into the concluding phase of a process, task, or product
Last-minute client requests complicate finishing the design work.
Os pedidos de última hora do cliente complicam o acabamento do trabalho de design.