complemented

past tense of complement
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 Its brick-and-mortar presence is complemented by a popular online store, which accounts for around 30 percent of total sales and records about 22 million visits a year. — Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 30 Sep. 2026 The aroma is complemented by hints of bergamot, sage, neroli, and musk, too. — Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 28 Sep. 2026 The mango passionfruit filling complemented the doughnut’s slightly sweet flavor, while the crème brûlée’s caramelized top added a nice crunch to the pillowy dough. — Lia Picard, AJC.com, 27 Sep. 2026 For glam, Swift complemented the look with rosy makeup and a coral lip. — Robyn Merrett, InStyle, 27 Sep. 2026 Given that her dress was so bold, Cardi and her makeup artist Erika La' Pearl matched the vibes with a glitter eye in a purply-pink color that complemented the vivid colors of the gown. — Kara Nesvig, Allure, 23 Sep. 2026 On the property’s 5 acres, the botanist owner has grown specimen plants, trees, and a meadow garden, complemented by an outdoor sculpture, walking paths, and a Native American geological landmark. — The Week Us, TheWeek, 21 Sep. 2026 Hair stylist Daniel Moon and makeup artist Katie Mellinger, meanwhile, crafted a glamorous beauty look that complemented the look in a softer, subtler way. — Christian Allaire, Vogue, 21 Sep. 2026 That is extremely high praise, but the chemistry between Dart and Likely undeniably was the passing game X-factor that complemented their physical running game to elevate the offense in their 28-20 Week 1 win over the Dallas Cowboys. — Pat Leonard, New York Daily News, 19 Sep. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for complemented
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  • Many such T-shirts on the market are adorned by graphics and made of cotton, but Guest in Residence’s take is significantly more upscale.
    — Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 28 Sep. 2026
  • Pawlikowski, surveying the city, came across a graveyard that was adorned with old statues, worn by lichen and time; and that is where Erika strolls, seeking refuge, on a bright day.
    — Anthony Lane, New Yorker, 28 Sep. 2026
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  • The hotel's 18 rooms and five suites are all individually decorated with gloriously over-the-top touches in the form of antiques, sumptuous velvet duvet covers, and regal tones of red and gold that harken back to the property's royal history.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Sep. 2026
  • The actress’ clear beds were bedazzled and decorated with watermarks that stretched across her cuticles and up to her tips, which were filed round and kept long.
    — Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 28 Sep. 2026
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  • In addition, only officers who have completed one of five specific agency training courses can conduct vehicle stops.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 2 Oct. 2026
  • These ballots will be processed and counted once the county elections office has completed the voter registration verification process.
    — Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 1 Oct. 2026

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“Complemented.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/complemented. Accessed 3 Oct. 2026.

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