as in adorned
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 complemented
Dialogue is snappy and funny, complemented by an atmospheric and beautiful soundtrack, but its light-touch approach to storytelling somehow leaves you with more questions than answers, with twists and turns that either fail to add up or simply don’t make sense.
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Matt Gardner, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025
While there is no indoor dining, there is a the walk-up window for take-out orders, complemented by an outdoor seating area, and a Mobile Thru lane for purchases made through the restaurant’s app.
—Carolyn Stein, Chicago Tribune, 2 Sep. 2025
The contrast is complemented by accessories like a hair ribbon, pearl necklaces, and a small bag.
—Michel Mejía, Glamour, 1 Sep. 2025
Their chewy, soft centers were perfectly complemented by their ever-so-slightly crispy edges.
—Symiah Dorsey, Southern Living, 30 Aug. 2025
The grounds have a bocce ball court, horseshoe pit, a lush, expansive lawn for more entertainment, and a fire pit that is complemented by a waterfall hot tub.
—David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 29 Aug. 2025
On the lowest floor, a fifth bedroom sprawls out across from the family room, which is complemented by an arched wooden door that opens to the rear deck.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 27 Aug. 2025
Dressed in black pants, a cream shirt and pristine white sneakers, Randone complemented Gunter's outfit — a cream minidress and strappy silver heels.
—Michael Nied, People.com, 26 Aug. 2025
The digital move is complemented by the growth of FMG’s renowned live programming across its brands.
—Wwd Staff, Footwear News, 25 Aug. 2025
Matt Gardner, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025
While there is no indoor dining, there is a the walk-up window for take-out orders, complemented by an outdoor seating area, and a Mobile Thru lane for purchases made through the restaurant’s app.
—Carolyn Stein, Chicago Tribune, 2 Sep. 2025
The contrast is complemented by accessories like a hair ribbon, pearl necklaces, and a small bag.
—Michel Mejía, Glamour, 1 Sep. 2025
Their chewy, soft centers were perfectly complemented by their ever-so-slightly crispy edges.
—Symiah Dorsey, Southern Living, 30 Aug. 2025
The grounds have a bocce ball court, horseshoe pit, a lush, expansive lawn for more entertainment, and a fire pit that is complemented by a waterfall hot tub.
—David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 29 Aug. 2025
On the lowest floor, a fifth bedroom sprawls out across from the family room, which is complemented by an arched wooden door that opens to the rear deck.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 27 Aug. 2025
Dressed in black pants, a cream shirt and pristine white sneakers, Randone complemented Gunter's outfit — a cream minidress and strappy silver heels.
—Michael Nied, People.com, 26 Aug. 2025
The digital move is complemented by the growth of FMG’s renowned live programming across its brands.
—Wwd Staff, Footwear News, 25 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for complemented
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Their image adorned mosaics, sculptures, and shields.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
7 Sep. 2025
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The high-ceiling room is adorned with artworks, with three massive leafy baskets hanging in the center.—
Heather Richardson,
Travel + Leisure,
6 Sep. 2025
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In another photo, Jenner blows out the candles on her birthday cake, which is covered in raspberries and decorated with daisies.—
Madison E. Goldberg,
PEOPLE,
5 Sep. 2025
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The homes are fully furnished, decorated, and landscaped, and feature the latest in building trends, technology, and interior design.—
Lennie Omalza,
Louisville Courier Journal,
4 Sep. 2025
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Advertisement That poor kid, TCU quarterback Josh Hoover, completed 27 of 36 passes for 284 yards and two touchdown throws.—
Sean Gregory,
Time,
3 Sep. 2025
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Today, thousands of women have completed Ekstrom’s full program and taken her free trainings.—
Daniel Fusch,
USA Today,
3 Sep. 2025
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“Complemented.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/complemented. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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