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
• Not all sauropod had the same complement of air sacs, though.
  — Brian Switek, Scientific American Blog Network, 15 May 2017
• This cologne is the perfect complement to the man who loves a classy and bold look.
  — Dallas News, 30 Nov. 2022
• Grille fabric complements in black and gray or light beige.
  — Robert Ross, Robb Report, 21 Dec. 2025
• The fluttery falsies and pinky nude lip gloss are a great complement to the eye and face.
  — Gabi Thorne, Allure, 12 Aug. 2021
• Pair it with a wine for the perfect complement to your tasting menu.
  — Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 7 Jan. 2022
• The oozing yolk adds a rich complement to the juicy meat and is just perfect.
  — Larry Olmsted, USA TODAY, 27 Mar. 2018
• All of which were the perfect complement to a night of beer and music.
  — Timothy Latterner, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Feb. 2026
• The fresh tang of a juicy lemon is a welcome complement to sweet or savory recipes.
  — Blythe Copeland, Martha Stewart, 14 Mar. 2026
• 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
• Olive oil complements just about every go-to dish in any cuisine.
  — Abby Wilson, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Nov. 2023
• Wisconsin hasn’t had its full complement of tight ends for the last month.
  — Jeff Potrykus, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, 22 Nov. 2021
• And their homemade sauce is the perfect complement to their meaty bones.
  — Brenda Cain, cleveland, 30 Dec. 2019
• My job is to make sure they're set up for that and that those two complement one another.
  — CBS News, 24 Nov. 2021
• The color is the perfect complement to her client's skin tone.
  — Kelsi Zimmerman, Allure, 7 Oct. 2018
• As if that’s not enough, the homemade creamy gravy is a perfect complement.
  — Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 6 Sep. 2023
• Made with cooked quince, membrillo sets up firm and is a great complement to a cheese plate.
  — Los Angeles Times, 12 Nov. 2020
• The salty, boozy sauce is the perfect complement to warm, ripe peaches.
  — Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 30 July 2023
• The trick is making strength and grace complement each other.
  — Los Angeles Times, 10 Nov. 2022
• Without its full complement of limbs, this three-legged stool is prone to tip over and shatter.
  — David M. Drucker, Mercury News, 17 Feb. 2026
• Smoky sausage is a delicious complement to fresh, sweet corn.
  — Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 13 June 2026
• Plus its colorful nature is a nice complement to the show in the sky.
  — Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Aug. 2022
• The touch of a vinegar is a good complement to the saltiness of the chicken filet.
  — cleveland.com, 22 Aug. 2019
• And the dark chocolate chunks are a delicious complement to the ice cream.
  — Meghan Overdeep, Southern Living, 8 June 2023
• Warm runny eggs are the perfect complement to salty bacon and crisp bread.
  — Nellah Bailey McGough, Southern Living, 20 Feb. 2026
• And so Rice and Smith, to me, are a perfect complement.
  — Rowan Fisher-Shotton, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Oct. 2025
• The color that sits across from blue on the color wheel, orange, is its true complement.
  — Hadley Mendelsohn, House Beautiful, 27 June 2023
• The cotton-polyester blend top is the perfect complement to basic jeans or shorts.
  — Esther Carlstone, Travel + Leisure, 29 Sep. 2023

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
• The rocks have warm reddish tones that complement the reds of the mulch.
  — Caron Golden, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Nov. 2022
• This time, its defense could not complement well enough for a win.
  — Zach Osterman, The Indianapolis Star, 30 Oct. 2021
• Then choose a paint color that will complement this tone.
  — Monika Biegler Eyers, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Oct. 2025
• Crisp whites and soft blues complement the warm wood floors in the entry hall.
  — BostonGlobe.com, 18 June 2021
• Make sure to look for a cheese that will complement your bread (or vice versa).
  — Catherine Lo, Good Housekeeping, 12 May 2021
• In terms of neutrals, warm, earth tones complement those rich hues well.
  — Hadley Keller, House Beautiful, 30 Nov. 2022
• Add curved dining chairs to complement the half-oval.
  — Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 16 Apr. 2026
• Salvia’s tall spikes complement zinnias’ cheery round blooms well.
  — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 3 Mar. 2026
• The 8-inch high-rise fit will support you and complement any style of bra too.
  — Gabrielle Porcaro, Travel + Leisure, 28 May 2023
• Not all drinks are here to complement your outfit and kiss you softly on the cheek.
  — Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 10 Jan. 2026
• Her brown eyes complement the tones of the warmer shade of red perfectly.
  — Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 22 Mar. 2024
• Something to complement that new chair is a snazzy new set of headphones.
  — Jon Winkler, USA TODAY, 4 June 2021
• That will be complemented by a talk from Intl.
  — Christopher Vourlias, Variety, 4 Mar. 2026
• This bright salad can stand alone as a main dish or complement a large cookout spread.
  — Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 19 Feb. 2026
• Try and choose colors that will complement the other pieces in your wardrobe.
  — Katherine J Igoe, InStyle, 20 Jan. 2026
• 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
• Select a front door color that complements the style of your home.
  — Kristin Hohenadel, The Spruce, 28 Jan. 2026
• They’re meant to complement the sticky rice and the smokiness of the meats.
  — Kristine M. Kierzek, Journal Sentinel, 1 Mar. 2024
• The actress complemented her sharp new bob with a black ball skirt and a shirt and tie.
  — Ranyechi Udemezue, Vogue, 17 Feb. 2026
• Grab a canvas and three paint colors that complement your space.
  — Kaylei Fear, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Mar. 2022
• Not too bright, but enough warmth to complement the warmth in Black skin and still stand out against it.
  — Essence, 28 July 2021
• Overall, pick something that will complement the piece and that is the right scale.
  — The Seattle Times, 13 Sep. 2017
• Both the bride and bridesmaid’s looks should work hand in hand to complement each other.
  — Vogue, 10 Feb. 2022
• Go for a slightly slouchy boot to complement the pants’ oversize fit.
  — Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 16 Jan. 2026
• So think about your personal style and what would best complement your day-to-day looks.
  — Aemilia Madden, Harper's BAZAAR, 21 June 2022
• Feathery leaves and lace-cap blooms grow on tall stalks that complement bushy lavender well.
  — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 28 May 2026
• Firmoo guides walk through these face shapes and suggest frame types that may complement each one.
  — Footwear News, 12 June 2026