Sexuality is intensely personal and multifaceted, a pattern of desire that guides interaction and defies simple categorization.

If nothing else, his stand has underlined how the Bosnian war has moved beyond any simple categorization.

Ms. Bourgeois eludes simple categorization.

This is not a simple categorization, however, for two important reasons.

The number of Conservative groups, their lack of stability, and their tendency to be identified with local issues defy simple categorization.

Yet Palestinian suicide bombers - maybe the most closely studied sample - defy simple categorization.

What came in was an eclectic assortment of pieces that defied simple categorization.

These artists have developed unique and distinct styles that while containing elements that are obviously "psychedelic", are clearly artistic expression that transcend simple categorization.

There is no simple categorization of humanitarian crises.

But, as the rerecent court decision illustrates, "tetrahedrons" will continue to be created that perform unique hedging functions yet defy simple categorization.