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
Glass vases with pink orchids were placed throughout the presentation space, complementing the earthy tones and bright accents in Zimbalist's designs.
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Anika Reed, USA Today, 18 Feb. 2026
The overall look of the dress created an intriguing sartorial moment and methodical approach, complementing the aesthetic Gothic energy of the play.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 18 Feb. 2026
While specific job estimates have not been released, officials say the plant could bring high-skilled manufacturing and industrial technology jobs to the state, complementing Georgia's existing strengths in logistics, automotive supply chains, and advanced manufacturing.
—Zachary Bynum, CBS News, 18 Feb. 2026
Maya Rudolph's sophisticated lob falls just below the chin, elongating and complementing her round face shape.
—Krista Carter, InStyle, 17 Feb. 2026
When thoughtfully implemented, AI tools have the potential to enhance dialogue, feedback, and interaction, complementing personalised attention rather than replacing it.
—José Manuel Barroso, Fortune, 17 Feb. 2026
HoloRadar augments the safety of autonomous robots by complementing existing sensors rather than replacing them.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 16 Feb. 2026
The park is intended to operate seasonally, primarily from spring through fall, complementing the nearby arena’s winter hockey season.
—Kendrick Calfee
february 14, Kansas City Star, 14 Feb. 2026
With Edwards on one flank, complementing him with another winger who can be a game changer, ideally with a different skillset that includes physicality and pace, would fit the bill.
—James McNicholas, New York Times, 31 Jan. 2026
Anika Reed, USA Today, 18 Feb. 2026
The overall look of the dress created an intriguing sartorial moment and methodical approach, complementing the aesthetic Gothic energy of the play.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 18 Feb. 2026
While specific job estimates have not been released, officials say the plant could bring high-skilled manufacturing and industrial technology jobs to the state, complementing Georgia's existing strengths in logistics, automotive supply chains, and advanced manufacturing.
—Zachary Bynum, CBS News, 18 Feb. 2026
Maya Rudolph's sophisticated lob falls just below the chin, elongating and complementing her round face shape.
—Krista Carter, InStyle, 17 Feb. 2026
When thoughtfully implemented, AI tools have the potential to enhance dialogue, feedback, and interaction, complementing personalised attention rather than replacing it.
—José Manuel Barroso, Fortune, 17 Feb. 2026
HoloRadar augments the safety of autonomous robots by complementing existing sensors rather than replacing them.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 16 Feb. 2026
The park is intended to operate seasonally, primarily from spring through fall, complementing the nearby arena’s winter hockey season.
—Kendrick Calfee
february 14, Kansas City Star, 14 Feb. 2026
With Edwards on one flank, complementing him with another winger who can be a game changer, ideally with a different skillset that includes physicality and pace, would fit the bill.
—James McNicholas, New York Times, 31 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for complementing
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Embrace what's to come by decorating your nails with flowers from tulips and peonies to daisies.—
Christina Perrier,
InStyle,
21 Feb. 2026
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In his autobiography, Wright discusses how his mother prophesied his future as an architect, decorating his nursery with buildings to encourage this development.—
Carrie Hojnicki,
Architectural Digest,
20 Feb. 2026
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While the silhouettes remain relatively the same, Queen Camilla regularly experiments with color and patterns, even adorning her coats with sentimental and historic jewelry pieces.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
17 Feb. 2026
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On a gray and dreary winter day in the city, the vibrant colors and distinguished face adorning a West Philadelphia rowhome are hard to miss.—
Janelle Burrell,
CBS News,
16 Feb. 2026
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Space Shuttle Discovery retired after completing 39 missions.—
Richard Tribou,
The Orlando Sentinel,
22 Feb. 2026
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Fox and Wembanyama scored inside to start the fourth quarter, completing a 12-0 run as San Antonio eventually pushed the lead to 28.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
22 Feb. 2026
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As a bonus, the exercise itself will in turn generate good feelings by increasing levels of dopamine and serotonin, two mood-enhancing neurotransmitters, that will reinforce the behavior.—
Leying Tang,
CNN Money,
18 Feb. 2026
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The award honors a Magic player who has dedicated his efforts off the court for the purpose of enhancing other’s lives.—
Jason Beede,
The Orlando Sentinel,
17 Feb. 2026
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“Complementing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/complementing. Accessed 26 Feb. 2026.
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