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
• For those who prefer a very beautiful matte finish, powder blush is the perfect complement.
  — Iman Balagam, Vogue, 8 Mar. 2024
• Now the hope in New Orleans is that the new offensive system scheme Kubiak will install better complements Allen's defense, which has ranked 13th or better in each of past five seasons.
  — Brett Martel, USA TODAY, 14 Feb. 2024

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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
• In the pre-recorded clip, Swift wore a navy tank top and gold jewelry, which complemented her unmistakable glow.
  — Catherine Santino, Peoplemag, 2 Apr. 2024

Last Updated: 5 Sep 2024