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as in supplement
something that serves to complete or make up for a deficiency in something else
with his practicality and her refreshing enthusiasm, they are perfect complements to each other
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as in to adorn
to serve as a completing element to
this silk handkerchief will complement your suit very nicely and give it a bit of dash
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Recent Examples of complement
Mike Kaye, Charlotte Observer, 2 Apr. 2025
Machined steel legs and damped supports in black, wood, or even marble complement any environment, and allow users the freedom to adjust height based on clever extensions to individual legs.
—Robert Ross, Robb Report, 26 Mar. 2025
AFAR Media, 15 Apr. 2025
The move adds depth to the backcourt, with Barker potentially set to complement Plum, who is expected to take on more point guard duties while helping the rookie develop at shooting guard — Plum’s primary position for most of her career.
—Anthony De Leon, Los Angeles Times, 14 Apr. 2025
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Noun
Blackmon, who would be an ideal complement to Tre’von Moehrig, has been in and out of the Colts’ lineup for years with consistent injury woes.
—Mike Kaye, Charlotte Observer, 2 Apr. 2025
Machined steel legs and damped supports in black, wood, or even marble complement any environment, and allow users the freedom to adjust height based on clever extensions to individual legs.
—Robert Ross, Robb Report, 26 Mar. 2025
Verb
Originally built in 1888, the iconic building has all the hotel’s original architectural charm, complemented by modern amenities.
—AFAR Media, 15 Apr. 2025
The move adds depth to the backcourt, with Barker potentially set to complement Plum, who is expected to take on more point guard duties while helping the rookie develop at shooting guard — Plum’s primary position for most of her career.
—Anthony De Leon, Los Angeles Times, 14 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for complement
Noun
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The benefits of brewer’s yeast have been known for millennia and rival hair-growing supplements like biotin and folic acid.—
Beatrice Zocchi,
Vogue,
16 Apr. 2025
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Choosing the best magnesium supplement for you depends on your reasons for taking it and your overall health goals.—
Lindsay Curtis,
Verywell Health,
16 Apr. 2025
Noun
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By creating programs that reduce or eliminate development fees, nonprofit organizations will have increased capacity to build more.—
Harrison Mantas,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
20 Apr. 2025
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The same is generally true for memory capacity, too.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
19 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Speaking of the stairs, they’re adorned with a mural that adds to the weight of history the characters are constantly inspired by and suffocating under.—
Jim Hemphill,
IndieWire,
9 Apr. 2025
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Nestled along the sandy shores of Siloso Beach, the resort is adorned in tropical greenery, while peacocks wander freely across the gardens, hornbills perch in the frangipani trees and dinosaur-like monitor lizards sunbathe by breakfast tables.—
Nicole Trilivas,
Forbes.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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Despite that drop, the Rogue still delivered the highest volume in sales.—
Jamie L. LaReau,
USA Today,
9 Apr. 2025
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According to the brand, the slightest temperature variation changes the volume of the gas, causing the membrane to expand and contract — and wind the spring.—
Samantha Conti,
Footwear News,
9 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Multimillion-dollar residences on the stylish Soho strip enhance the neighborhood’s offerings, providing residents with unmatched dwellings.—
Demetrius Simms,
Robb Report,
10 Apr. 2025
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By implementing regenerative agricultural practices, SRI focuses on enhancing soil health, conserving biodiversity, reducing chemical dependency, and promoting water conservation.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
10 Apr. 2025
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Prime real estate aside, design lovers will be wowed by the Tadao Ando building.—
Christina Liao,
Vogue,
15 Apr. 2025
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Zillow’s step matters: the company is the 800-pound gorilla in residential real estate.—
Andrea Riquier,
USA Today,
14 Apr. 2025
Verb
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The final cost will be set once the design is completed, said Laura Swartz, the communications director for the Department of Finance.—
Elliott Wenzler,
Denver Post,
19 Apr. 2025
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He was also empowered to achieve a lifestyle by design that is filled with adventure, including completing IRONMAN triathlons and diving with great white sharks.—
Kody Boye,
USA Today,
19 Apr. 2025
Verb
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The cake, decorated with mini eggs in pink, blue and purple, looks good enough to eat.—
Nora Colomer,
FOXNews.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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With a light and fluffy texture, these are ideal for topping, decorating and spreading on baked goods.—
Raja Krishnamoorthi,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Apr. 2025
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“Complement.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/complement. Accessed 24 Apr. 2025.
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