Definition of reciprocalnext
as in complementary
related to each other in such a way that one completes the other the two nations agreed to give reciprocal work rights to each other's citizens, thus facilitating the daily border crossings of workers from both countries

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Recent Examples of reciprocal The diplomat described the road map as being based on reciprocal steps rather than trust. Reuters, NBC news, 31 July 2026 More recently, Tom Morello, Puscifer, and even the world’s greatest rock ’n roll band, the Rolling Stones, have recognized the reciprocal relationship that fans have with both mediums. Lina Lecaro, SPIN, 22 July 2026 According to Tidal, the idea of Nas creating a playlist inspired by Jay-Z’s career was both reciprocal and congratulatory. Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 9 July 2026 Done right, a reciprocal Kenya deal becomes the model for modernizing US bilateral relationships across the continent. Daniele Nyirandutiye, semafor.com, 6 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for reciprocal
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Adjective
  • Strong federal oversight and strong state oversight are complementary, not contradictory.
    John R. Gordon, Hartford Courant, 19 Aug. 2026
  • While in the French capital, Hadid and Cooper were seen wearing coordinating neutral hues and complementary Boucheron bands.
    Laura Hawkins, Vogue, 18 Aug. 2026
Adjective
  • That help for Russia now comes with a mutual defense treaty inked two years ago with Vladimir Putin.
    Brad Lendon, CNN Money, 17 Aug. 2026
  • Ask what is being offered, name what would help, and let mutual care become something practical.
    Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 16 Aug. 2026
Adjective
  • In 2024, Purja became the fastest person to summit all 14 of the peaks without supplementary oxygen.
    Lex Harvey, CNN Money, 31 July 2026
  • Coverage is provided by Employees’ Health Insurance and National Health Insurance schemes; private insurance only plays a supplementary role.
    Runchana Pongsaparn, Fortune, 31 July 2026

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“Reciprocal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reciprocal. Accessed 23 Aug. 2026.

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