as in complementary
related to each other in such a way that one completes the other
the two nations agreed to give reciprocal work rights to each other's citizens, thus facilitating the daily border crossings of workers from both countries
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Recent Examples of reciprocal
Beijing responded with its own reciprocal tariffs and export controls on rare earth minerals such as bismuth and tungsten, which are a crucial component of most electronics.
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Ashish Valentine, NPR, 12 Aug. 2025
On July 31, a Swiss gold refiner was told in a ruling from the U.S. Customs and Border Protection agency (CBP) that their one-kilogram and 100-ounce gold bars should be categorized under a customs code that would not exempt them from reciprocal tariffs.
—Chloe Taylor, CNBC, 12 Aug. 2025
But with Trump's recent reintroduction of reciprocal tariffs and even more sectoral duties in the works, consumers could soon start feeling these when paying for goods.
—Hugh Cameron, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 Aug. 2025
Imports of one kilo and 100-ounce gold bars are subject to reciprocal tariffs, according to a July 31 Customs and Border Protection letter reviewed by CNN.
—John Towfighi, CNN Money, 8 Aug. 2025
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Ashish Valentine, NPR, 12 Aug. 2025
On July 31, a Swiss gold refiner was told in a ruling from the U.S. Customs and Border Protection agency (CBP) that their one-kilogram and 100-ounce gold bars should be categorized under a customs code that would not exempt them from reciprocal tariffs.
—Chloe Taylor, CNBC, 12 Aug. 2025
But with Trump's recent reintroduction of reciprocal tariffs and even more sectoral duties in the works, consumers could soon start feeling these when paying for goods.
—Hugh Cameron, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 Aug. 2025
Imports of one kilo and 100-ounce gold bars are subject to reciprocal tariffs, according to a July 31 Customs and Border Protection letter reviewed by CNN.
—John Towfighi, CNN Money, 8 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for reciprocal
Adjective
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To be sure, Fox has launched streaming outlets, including Tubi and Fox Nation, but they are largely seen as complementary to the company’s linear outlets — not a substitute for them.—
Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
5 Aug. 2025
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What would work need to look like in order to be complementary and supportive of your idea of living a full life?—
Rebecca Fraser-Thill,
Forbes.com,
31 July 2025
Adjective
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When managed thoughtfully, this dynamic can foster a virtuous cycle, leading to mutual enhancement and elevating human potential and well-being.—
Cornelia C. Walther,
Forbes.com,
5 Aug. 2025
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The conference began in August 2017 as a way to invite open dialog among people of various faiths and foster mutual respect.—
Linda Mcintosh,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
4 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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The welfare package was introduced under the collective supplementary agreement signed in July 2022 and expired on Dec. 31, 2024.—
Martino Carrera,
Footwear News,
5 Aug. 2025
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While buying better gear, using fitness apps or hiring a personal trainer can all help, a growing number of gym goers are chasing an extra edge through supplementary pills, powders or liquids known as pre-workouts.—
Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
2 Aug. 2025
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“Reciprocal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reciprocal. Accessed 19 Aug. 2025.
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