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as in supplements
something that serves to complete or make up for a deficiency in something else
with his practicality and her refreshing enthusiasm, they are perfect complements to each other
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as in adorns
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 complements
Donnetta Monk, Essence, 9 Oct. 2025
Better yet, styling baggy jeans is effortless for fall, since the baggy fit complements the season’s oversized, layered look.
—India Roby, Glamour, 1 Oct. 2025
Its warm, spicy flavor complements drinks like apple cider and baked goods like cookies, pumpkin pie, and sweet bread.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 30 Sep. 2025
Every day, fresh complements of searchers arrived from SAR teams across the state, joining professional guides, ski patrollers, and locals with experience in the alpine.
—Ted Katauskas, Outside, 23 Sep. 2025
But their most prominent indexes are complements to the S&P 500, rather than competitors.
—Alex Mayyasi, NPR, 23 Sep. 2025
Best of all, these eclectic complements come in all shapes and sizes—from modern designs by contemporary artists and local artisans to collectible porcelains resold by vintage dealers.
—Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 19 Sep. 2025
But at Black Rabbit’s core is the relationship between restaurant owner Jake and gambling and heroin addict Vince, two men who constantly disappoint and protect each other, and the unexpected richness of the Law-Bateman pairing complements and elevates everything around them.
—Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 16 Sep. 2025
Dill is an easy herb to grow and its unique anise flavor complements salads and meats and adds tang to a jar of pickles.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 5 Sep. 2025
Hannah Millington, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Oct. 2025
Check out Miss Conduct, a beautiful burgundy that complements sweater weather.
—Lily Wohlner, Allure, 10 Oct. 2025
This traditional style bed complements the details of this room without blocking any of the views or light.
—Abby Wolner, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Oct. 2025
Now, out-of-towners have Elevation Convening Center & Hotel, a new lodging option by the EJI that complements the Legacy Sites and offers travelers a place to unwind and process their visit.
—Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 8 Oct. 2025
Pitchfork’s third zine of the year complements senior editor Anna Gaca’s new cover story on Oklou.
—Pitchfork, 7 Oct. 2025
The industry, however, must invest in training, workflow adaptation, and trust-building so that technology complements rather than replaces human expertise.
—Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 7 Oct. 2025
Furniture purchased from local antique dealers complements the historic building.
—Janice Phelan, Kansas City Star, 2 Oct. 2025
Dylan DeMelo plays a quieter game that complements Morrissey, between his blue-line defense and zone exits.
—The Athletic Nhl, New York Times, 1 Oct. 2025
Noun
Inclusive design, thoughtful regulation, and leadership from Black creators and coders are essential to ensure AI complements, instead of replaces, Black creatives and artists.
—Donnetta Monk, Essence, 9 Oct. 2025
Better yet, styling baggy jeans is effortless for fall, since the baggy fit complements the season’s oversized, layered look.
—India Roby, Glamour, 1 Oct. 2025
Its warm, spicy flavor complements drinks like apple cider and baked goods like cookies, pumpkin pie, and sweet bread.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 30 Sep. 2025
Every day, fresh complements of searchers arrived from SAR teams across the state, joining professional guides, ski patrollers, and locals with experience in the alpine.
—Ted Katauskas, Outside, 23 Sep. 2025
But their most prominent indexes are complements to the S&P 500, rather than competitors.
—Alex Mayyasi, NPR, 23 Sep. 2025
Best of all, these eclectic complements come in all shapes and sizes—from modern designs by contemporary artists and local artisans to collectible porcelains resold by vintage dealers.
—Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 19 Sep. 2025
But at Black Rabbit’s core is the relationship between restaurant owner Jake and gambling and heroin addict Vince, two men who constantly disappoint and protect each other, and the unexpected richness of the Law-Bateman pairing complements and elevates everything around them.
—Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 16 Sep. 2025
Dill is an easy herb to grow and its unique anise flavor complements salads and meats and adds tang to a jar of pickles.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 5 Sep. 2025
Verb
This complements previous research on ‘smart insulins’ with a synthetic hinge designed to react to such a substance and more accurately regulate blood sugar levels.
—Hannah Millington, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Oct. 2025
Check out Miss Conduct, a beautiful burgundy that complements sweater weather.
—Lily Wohlner, Allure, 10 Oct. 2025
This traditional style bed complements the details of this room without blocking any of the views or light.
—Abby Wolner, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Oct. 2025
Now, out-of-towners have Elevation Convening Center & Hotel, a new lodging option by the EJI that complements the Legacy Sites and offers travelers a place to unwind and process their visit.
—Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 8 Oct. 2025
Pitchfork’s third zine of the year complements senior editor Anna Gaca’s new cover story on Oklou.
—Pitchfork, 7 Oct. 2025
The industry, however, must invest in training, workflow adaptation, and trust-building so that technology complements rather than replaces human expertise.
—Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 7 Oct. 2025
Furniture purchased from local antique dealers complements the historic building.
—Janice Phelan, Kansas City Star, 2 Oct. 2025
Dylan DeMelo plays a quieter game that complements Morrissey, between his blue-line defense and zone exits.
—The Athletic Nhl, New York Times, 1 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for complements
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The Mayo Clinic said the best way to prevent hemorrhoids is to eat high-fiber foods or take fiber supplements to soften stool, drink plenty of fluids and avoid long periods of pushing or straining.—
Adrianna Rodriguez,
USA Today,
11 Oct. 2025
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Using natural supplements to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) might help to manage symptoms.—
Heather Jones,
Verywell Health,
10 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The National Guard serves in three types of capacities.—
Juliana Kim,
NPR,
7 Oct. 2025
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The continent is scrambling to build the necessary capacities to defend against drones, highlighting not only its lagging technology but also how rapidly warfare has shifted to the use of unmanned aircraft.—
Matthew Martin,
semafor.com,
6 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The players on the floor Las Vegas Wilson adorns the marquee.—
Steven Louis Goldstein,
New York Times,
2 Oct. 2025
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Her name itself now adorns a street sign outside her old high school in Midwood, an elementary school in Washington State, and the Brooklyn Borough municipal building (a Bill de Blasio move, made days after Cuomo’s).—
Adriane Quinlan,
Curbed,
29 Sep. 2025
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Fellow Saturnian moon Enceladus and Jupiter's moon Europa — both thought to host oceans — are covered with a network of cracks and crevasses in their surface, signs that their volumes changed as ice melted into water.—
Nola Taylor Tillman,
Space.com,
10 Oct. 2025
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Concerns about oversimplifying what is a very tangible and growing problem are why The Or Foundation started Speak Volumes, an initiative that calls on fashion purveyors to publicly declare their production volumes.—
Jasmin Malik Chua,
Sourcing Journal,
10 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The mural decorates the north side of the building facing Oak Middle School.—
Jeff Gritchen,
Oc Register,
29 Sep. 2025
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Her husband sold some of the rare Stephen King memorabilia that decorates their home.—
Kate Snow,
NBC news,
25 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Coronal holes can persist for months, reappearing every 27 days or so as the sun completes one solar rotation.—
Daisy Dobrijevic,
Space.com,
10 Oct. 2025
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Accessories, from silk scarves to bold belts, provided the finishing touches, underscoring how detail completes the narrative of a look.—
Rhonda Richford,
Footwear News,
8 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Soundbar Deals The Amazon Fire TV Soundbar Plus instantly enhances the sound on any TV without taking over your entire living room or draining your wallet.—
Juhi Wadia,
PC Magazine,
7 Oct. 2025
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By automatically balancing the tension of each mooring line, the system minimizes downtime, reduces strain on components, and enhances long-term performance.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
7 Oct. 2025
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“Complements.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/complements. Accessed 13 Oct. 2025.
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