1
as in favorable
expressing approval
the novel received overwhelmingly complimentary reviews
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2
as in free
not costing or charging anything
the airline will continue to give out complimentary soft drinks on all domestic flights
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Recent Examples of complimentary
Insider tip Each morning, Hotel Arpoador offers complimentary yoga classes.
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 May 2026
Members can get early access to sales, earn points with every purchase, secure complimentary two-day shipping, and much more.
—Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 7 May 2026
There will also be complimentary garden refreshments such as homemade soup and fresh bread from Clark Street Bakery. 9-11 a.m. every Wednesday in May; 10808 Culver Blvd., Culver City.
—Deborah Vankin, Los Angeles Times, 29 Apr. 2026
The service will be complimentary for all customers, across all cabins, with easy sign-up and access.
—Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 27 Apr. 2026
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 May 2026
Members can get early access to sales, earn points with every purchase, secure complimentary two-day shipping, and much more.
—Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 7 May 2026
There will also be complimentary garden refreshments such as homemade soup and fresh bread from Clark Street Bakery. 9-11 a.m. every Wednesday in May; 10808 Culver Blvd., Culver City.
—Deborah Vankin, Los Angeles Times, 29 Apr. 2026
The service will be complimentary for all customers, across all cabins, with easy sign-up and access.
—Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 27 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for complimentary
Adjective
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If a member school’s athletic department desperately needs a line of credit, the university can arrange a more favorable one.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
7 May 2026
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Surfers competed in the finals of their respective classes, again in less-than-favorable conditions.—
Tony Le Calvez,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 May 2026
Adjective
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If that wasn’t enough action in the sprints, Santa Margarita’s boys emerged victorious after a confusing finish in the 200 free relay.—
Dan Albano,
Oc Register,
10 May 2026
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Scotto expects notable free cash flow generation and a strong balance sheet to easily cover the capex guidance increase.—
TipRanks.com Staff,
CNBC,
10 May 2026
Adjective
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Some are backing away from exclusionary discipline like suspensions and expulsions and have embraced schoolwide approaches that reward positive behavior and provide social skills practice through games and role-playing.—
Stacker,
Hartford Courant,
9 May 2026
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Still, analysts have been ratcheting higher expectations on certain names — suggesting positive momentum is on their side.—
Lisa Kailai Han,
CNBC,
8 May 2026
Adjective
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The other one — pushed by municipal leaders opposed to significant portions of Pritzker’s bill — would make participation by local governments in pro-density policies optional.—
Jeremy Gorner,
Chicago Tribune,
11 May 2026
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The yacht can sleep up to 12 guests across the five staterooms, but optional Pullmans create more accommodation if required.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
11 May 2026
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While the new stadium deal has generated a lot of good press in the days since it was announced, both Swanston and Singh acknowledge that things are extremely early in the process.—
P.R. Lockhart,
Hartford Courant,
9 May 2026
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Illinois Wesleyan recruit Conor McCabe went 2-for-4 and delivered a three-run double in the fifth inning to put the Knights (13-11, 6-5) ahead for good.—
Steve Millar,
Chicago Tribune,
9 May 2026
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“Complimentary.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/complimentary. Accessed 14 May. 2026.
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