How to Use complement in a Sentence

complement

1 of 2 noun

• The scarf is a perfect complement to her outfit.
• In tone and structure, the show feels like a complement to the book.
  — Nadine Zylberberg, ELLE, 3 Mar. 2023
• And then now find a complement, find a No. 2 and 3 and go from there.
  — Alex Putterman, courant.com, 10 Aug. 2019
• Sauce: The sauce is served hot out of the kitchen and is a tangy complement that holds its own.
  — Chuck Blount, San Antonio Express-News, 12 Jan. 2018
• The fluttery falsies and pinky nude lip gloss are a great complement to the eye and face.
  — Gabi Thorne, Allure, 12 Aug. 2021
• This cologne is the perfect complement to the man who loves a classy and bold look.
  — Dallas News, 30 Nov. 2022
• The touch of a vinegar is a good complement to the saltiness of the chicken filet.
  — cleveland.com, 22 Aug. 2019
• The Swiss-dot trimmed dress featured leather at the sleeves, a nice complement to the corset-like belt.
  — Edward Barsamian, Vogue, 13 July 2018
• The oozing yolk adds a rich complement to the juicy meat and is just perfect.
  — Larry Olmsted, USA TODAY, 27 Mar. 2018
• What's the perfect complement to a meal laced with glass?
  — Barbara Hijek, Sun-Sentinel.com, 5 Oct. 2017
• Not all sauropod had the same complement of air sacs, though.
  — Brian Switek, Scientific American Blog Network, 15 May 2017
• It was seen as a complement to the main network, and had its own team of anchors.
  — Brian Steinberg, Variety, 7 Dec. 2022
• Choose a liqueur that will act as a complement to the other flavors in your dessert.
  — Kendra Vaculin, Bon Appétit, 25 Feb. 2022
• The color is the perfect complement to her client's skin tone.
  — Kelsi Zimmerman, Allure, 7 Oct. 2018
• The wine’s structure is a perfect complement to seafood and will cut the richness of the feta.
  — Michael Austin, chicagotribune.com, 21 Mar. 2018
• The perfect complement to a flowing dress to wear on stage?
  — Town & Country, 6 Mar. 2023
• The salty, boozy sauce is the perfect complement to warm, ripe peaches.
  — Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 30 July 2023
• And the dark chocolate chunks are a delicious complement to the ice cream.
  — Meghan Overdeep, Southern Living, 8 June 2023
• It’s a rich, woodsy complement to slices of the mild, meaty tenderloin.
  — BostonGlobe.com, 19 Oct. 2021
• Colour Shield was the perfect complement to both looks, Dubroff says.
  — Brian Underwood, Women's Health, 10 July 2023
• The Red Sox have their full complement of starting pitchers back and ready to roll.
  — Amin Touri, BostonGlobe.com, 27 May 2023
• Pair it with a wine for the perfect complement to your tasting menu.
  — Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 7 Jan. 2022
• Plus its colorful nature is a nice complement to the show in the sky.
  — Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Aug. 2022
• Stocks and bonds are a complement to each other, akin to the peanut butter and jelly in that free lunch.
  — Stacy Francis, Forbes, 29 Dec. 2022
• As if that’s not enough, the homemade creamy gravy is a perfect complement.
  — Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 6 Sep. 2023
• The boxes complement, rather than upend, the core record.
  — David Browne, Rolling Stone, 14 May 2021
• The Rifleman two-piece bases are a perfect complement to the rings.
  — T. Logan Metesh, Field & Stream, 19 July 2023
• And their homemade sauce is the perfect complement to their meaty bones.
  — Brenda Cain, cleveland, 30 Dec. 2019
• The same applies to the full complement of genes found in the common ancestor of all of today's life.
  — John Timmer, Ars Technica, 17 Oct. 2023
• My job is to make sure they're set up for that and that those two complement one another.
  — CBS News, 24 Nov. 2021

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complement

2 of 2 verb

• The shirt complements the suit nicely.
• The soup and salad complement each other well.
• The width of the tie should complement the width of the collar.
  — Katherine MacLane, Town & Country, 3 Dec. 2013
• View the full menu of items at carversutah.com/menu, and check the styles that complement any steak.
  — The Salt Lake Tribune, 9 Aug. 2022
• The winds will complement a day of steady rain showers and highs stuck in the mid-40s.
  — Cliff Pinckard, cleveland, 17 Mar. 2021
• The rocks have warm reddish tones that complement the reds of the mulch.
  — Caron Golden, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Nov. 2022
• They’re meant to complement the sticky rice and the smokiness of the meats.
  — Kristine M. Kierzek, Journal Sentinel, 1 Mar. 2024
• When the stars align on these things, the two works can complement each other as two sides of the same coin.
  — Michael Nordine, Los Angeles Times, 14 Sep. 2019
• The key is to use the finish in a way that will complement the overall look of the room and not overwhelm the space.
  — Monique Valeris, ELLE Decor, 22 May 2019
• The 8-inch high-rise fit will support you and complement any style of bra too.
  — Gabrielle Porcaro, Travel + Leisure, 28 May 2023
• View the full menu of items at carversutah.com/menu, and check the various styles that complement any steak.
  — The Salt Lake Tribune, 9 Nov. 2022
• To complement her bright gown, Jamil chose a pop of coral for her lip, and a winged eye, and hint of blush on her cheeks.
  — Sally Holmes, Marie Claire, 22 Sep. 2019
• Not too bright, but enough warmth to complement the warmth in Black skin and still stand out against it.
  — Essence, 28 July 2021
• Crisp whites and soft blues complement the warm wood floors in the entry hall.
  — BostonGlobe.com, 18 June 2021
• To complement his lean, the Prince wasn't afraid to showcase pure joy with a crack of a genuine smile.
  — Amanda Garrity, Good Housekeeping, 10 Apr. 2021
• And the rear diffuser has been stretched upwards to complement the changes to the nose.
  — Michael Harley, Robb Report, 1 Sep. 2021
• Give your mouth the heft and chew of wheat berries to complement spicy slices of pork or beef and crunchy vegetables.
  — Caron Golden, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 May 2022
• Both the bride and bridesmaid’s looks should work hand in hand to complement each other.
  — Vogue, 10 Feb. 2022
• Make sure to look for a cheese that will complement your bread (or vice versa).
  — Catherine Lo, Good Housekeeping, 12 May 2021
• The leaves complement the peacock feather prints on the seat, and that plays off the peacock chair over there.
  — Amanda Long, Washington Post, 8 May 2023
• Overall, pick something that will complement the piece and that is the right scale.
  — The Seattle Times, 13 Sep. 2017
• The tiny holes, complemented by busy prints, mean that the suits appear opaque from the outside eye.
  — Julia Ries, Health, 29 June 2023
• Her brown eyes complement the tones of the warmer shade of red perfectly.
  — Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 22 Mar. 2024
• Sparked with mint, this berry sauce is bright and fruity, with just enough acid to complement the richness of the turkey.
  — Sean Sherman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 1 Nov. 2023
• This time, its defense could not complement well enough for a win.
  — Zach Osterman, The Indianapolis Star, 30 Oct. 2021
• In terms of neutrals, warm, earth tones complement those rich hues well.
  — Hadley Keller, House Beautiful, 30 Nov. 2022
• The wine’s round texture will complement the shrimp, and its herbal components will add nice depth to the dish.
  — Michael Austin, chicagotribune.com, 21 Mar. 2018
• Red Lobster has a deal in store for those who want to complement the gridiron grit with a fresh catch.
  — Stephanie Toone, ajc, 29 Jan. 2021
• Near the entrance, travertine walls complement the color of the façade.
  — Carol Besler, Robb Report, 31 Jan. 2022
• Something to complement that new chair is a snazzy new set of headphones.
  — Jon Winkler, USA TODAY, 4 June 2021

Last Updated: 9 May 2024