1
as in increase
something added (as by growth)
this new rule restricting e-mail to job-related activity is only a supplement to the preexisting policy regarding personal use of company resources
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2
as in complement
something that serves to complete or make up for a deficiency in something else
recommends taking a vitamin C supplement to prevent colds
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3
as in appendix
a part added at the end of a book or periodical
a supplement containing biographical articles on women who had died since the publication of the original three-volume encyclopedia
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Recent Examples of supplement
Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 16 Oct. 2025
It’s meant to be a cost-effective way to supplement the military’s Iron Dome.
—Mike Brest, The Washington Examiner, 15 Oct. 2025
Taylor Lorenz, HollywoodReporter, 20 Oct. 2025
In fact, the vast majority of people would be better off getting their protein from whole foods rather than protein supplements, period.
—Caroline Tien, SELF, 13 Oct. 2025
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Noun
Along with its cinema chain, UGC also has a sizeable content library, which will supplement the 9,400 titles already owned by Studiocanal, Canal+’s TV and film production and sales wing.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 16 Oct. 2025
It’s meant to be a cost-effective way to supplement the military’s Iron Dome.
—Mike Brest, The Washington Examiner, 15 Oct. 2025
Verb
Baumel also launched a supplement called Molo for expectant mothers with influencer Rebecca Zamolo, now at Walmart.
—Taylor Lorenz, HollywoodReporter, 20 Oct. 2025
In fact, the vast majority of people would be better off getting their protein from whole foods rather than protein supplements, period.
—Caroline Tien, SELF, 13 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for supplement
Noun
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That's a 5% increase from 9% last year and higher than 8% for 2023.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
19 Oct. 2025
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During periods of intense rainfall, the risk of flooding increases, particularly in low-lying and flood-prone areas.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
19 Oct. 2025
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With thick buckle straps, multiple functional pockets, a wide-leg fit, and fun leopard print, this one-and-done outfit is the perfect complement to the neutral basics already in your wardrobe.—
Mia Huelsbeck,
PEOPLE,
19 Oct. 2025
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The rookie point guard from Rutgers projects to be the perfect complement to this version of the Spurs’ franchise player and can grow alongside Wembanyama to maintain an ideal partnership.—
Jared Weiss,
New York Times,
17 Oct. 2025
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While the appendix could be removed that morning, the tumor would require an entirely different battle.—
MSNBC Newsweek,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Oct. 2025
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As part of the terms ending the four-year-long occupation, Washington required that Cuba integrate something called the Platt Amendment into an appendix of the island’s 1901 constitution.—
Miriam Pensack,
The Dial,
30 Sep. 2025
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This trend has followed a similar pattern across Europe, with Spain and Germany also seeing a boost in this system’s use after a quieter period.—
Mark Carey,
New York Times,
23 Oct. 2025
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Beijing’s talent-friendly move could also give it a boost amid continuing trade tensions and tech rivalries with Washington, which has imposed export controls on chips and other advanced technology that are spurring China to develop its own.—
Peter Guo,
NBC news,
23 Oct. 2025
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Part of what’s driven the unexpected optimism have been industry sales and production holding up much better than expected, in addition to broader macroeconomics such as consumer spending being relatively stable.—
Michael Wayland,
CNBC,
20 Oct. 2025
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Then on Friday, the series announced another round of new additions headlined by Natasha Lyonne, Eli Roth, YouTuber Trisha Paytas, True Blood alum Sam Trammell, Till star Danielle Deadwyler, and over a dozen more.—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
20 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Compelling value and scale at both Olive Garden has successfully served to help drive share gains, Cho added.—
Lisa Kailai Han,
CNBC,
20 Oct. 2025
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Because of this, eating larger quantities of almonds over a period of time may contribute to weight gain.—
Cristina Mutchler,
Verywell Health,
20 Oct. 2025
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Adam Murray, a beef cattle extension specialist at Cornell University, said Trump’s plan to cut beef prices isn’t likely to significantly impact domestic beef prices.—
Mackensy Lunsford,
Nashville Tennessean,
23 Oct. 2025
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Lionel Messi has signed a contract extension with Inter Miami, the MLS club announced Thursday.—
Kurt Badenhausen,
Sportico.com,
23 Oct. 2025
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“Supplement.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/supplement. Accessed 24 Oct. 2025.
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