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Morass

usgb/məˈræs/Volume
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Contextual Nuance

Used to imply a situation is extremely complex, often with negative connotations.

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The negotiation was a morass of details and disagreements.
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Emotional Weight

Conveys a feeling of being overwhelmed or stuck when facing difficult circumstances.

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She felt trapped in a morass of self-doubt.
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Abstract Usage

Can represent a figurative 'swamp' of complex ideas, not a literal one.

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The book delves into the morass of human emotions.
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