complementing

present participle of complement
as in decorating
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 complementing While physical presence will always be most critical to staying ahead, technological advancements are complementing the leasing process in impactful ways. Fred Battisti, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025 The trio looked stunning, embodying their style while complementing one another at the awards show. Elizabeth Ayoola, Essence, 6 Jan. 2025 Each nail featured a different color and design, complementing her crystal gown that was made custom by Louis Vuitton. Robyn Merrett, StyleCaster, 5 Jan. 2025
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Verb
  • What To Consider One could argue that a lot of things have gotten out of hand these days, from wedding dress codes to decorating trends.
    Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 13 Apr. 2025
  • Some did a combo, buying a cake but then decorating it.
    Roxana Popescu, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • Alley Cats Salon’s cheeky take on a classic French tip features meticulously painted lemon wedges adorning nail tips.
    Karina Hoshikawa, Refinery29, 10 Apr. 2025
  • Picture celestial motifs, cosmic auras in every shade of the universe, and space-y flora and fauna adorning posters, phone cases, water bottles, belt bags, and beyond.
    Karina Hoshikawa, Refinery29, 4 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • Automating rote work leads to augmentation, enhancing the scope of jobs so employees contribute at a higher level.
    Gil Press, Forbes, 10 Mar. 2025
  • Equipped with advanced in-house developed joint actuators, its hardware is specifically designed for legged robots, significantly enhancing motion performance and stability.
    Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 10 Mar. 2025

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“Complementing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/complementing. Accessed 23 Apr. 2025.

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