1
as in increase
something added (as by growth)
this new rule restricting e-mail to job-related activity is only a supplement to the preexisting policy regarding personal use of company resources
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as in complement
something that serves to complete or make up for a deficiency in something else
recommends taking a vitamin C supplement to prevent colds
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as in appendix
a part added at the end of a book or periodical
a supplement containing biographical articles on women who had died since the publication of the original three-volume encyclopedia
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Recent Examples of supplement
Allison Palmer, Sacbee.com, 16 Apr. 2026
Apparently, the popular afternoon pick-me-up in a cup is like a super food, supplement and medicine cure-all.
—Jeff Wagner, CBS News, 15 Apr. 2026
Ernie Cowan, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Apr. 2026
The subscription model was created to supplement the expenses that ad revenue wasn’t covering.
—Katie Simons, Los Angeles Times, 10 Apr. 2026
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Noun
What To Consider Instead For chronic insomnia, the American Academy of Sleep Medicine recommends CBT-I (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia) as a first-line treatment, ahead of supplements or medication.
—Allison Palmer, Sacbee.com, 16 Apr. 2026
Apparently, the popular afternoon pick-me-up in a cup is like a super food, supplement and medicine cure-all.
—Jeff Wagner, CBS News, 15 Apr. 2026
Verb
Hummingbirds simply supplement their diet with nectar, which provides quick energy for their high metabolism and nearly constant motion.
—Ernie Cowan, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Apr. 2026
The subscription model was created to supplement the expenses that ad revenue wasn’t covering.
—Katie Simons, Los Angeles Times, 10 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for supplement
Noun
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The Nevada Irrigation District says the increases are necessary to fix aging infrastructure while keeping up with rising costs.—
Conor McGill,
CBS News,
18 Apr. 2026
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Spencer said West Coast Tomato anticipates a 10% to 15% increase in costs in the fall, driven by rising transportation, oil and fertilizer prices.—
Vanessa Yurkevich,
CNN Money,
17 Apr. 2026
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The earthy, nutty flavor of the poppyseeds makes a fantastic complement to the lightly tart flavor of the lemon muffins.—
Staff Author,
Better Homes & Gardens,
18 Apr. 2026
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The exterior is Halcyon’s Arboretum Green, which is reflective of the region’s own verdant environment, while the interior serves as complement with tan upholstery and trim of open-poor wood for a decidedly grounding aesthetic.—
Viju Mathew,
Robb Report,
17 Apr. 2026
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Gore died last month following complications after emergency surgery to have his appendix removed.—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
30 Mar. 2026
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Swalwell was among those named by Patel, who has said that his critics are mischaracterizing the appendix by calling it an enemies list.—
Perry Stein The Washington Post,
Arkansas Online,
29 Mar. 2026
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The Hawks’ bench received a significant boost when Atlanta traded Porzingis to the Warriors for Kuminga.—
Kristian Winfield,
New York Daily News,
17 Apr. 2026
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In June and early July, six matches for the FIFA World Cup are scheduled to be played at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, events that could provide a further boost for South Bay hotels.—
George Avalos,
Mercury News,
17 Apr. 2026
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In addition to a requirement for a warrant to access Americans' data, critics also want greater protections on how the FBI or other agencies can search communications and how that is reported to the public.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
15 Apr. 2026
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In the aftermath of the Google fiasco, Cukor turns to Palantir (in addition to Microsoft and Amazon) to make Maven a reality.—
Gideon Lewis-Kraus,
New Yorker,
15 Apr. 2026
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Some economists — including Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell — argued that sentiment would eventually catch up to reality once Americans adjusted to higher prices, and paycheck gains padded their bank accounts.—
David Goldman,
CNN Money,
11 Apr. 2026
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Chip stocks have surged this week as investors snapped up semiconductor names in lieu of software, with the VanEck Semiconductor ETF (SMH) closing the week with an 11% gain.—
Lisa Kailai Han,
CNBC,
11 Apr. 2026
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The Chicago Blackhawks have given general manager Kyle Davidson a multiyear contract extension, Chairman and CEO Danny Wirtz said Wednesday.—
Kalen Lumpkins,
Chicago Tribune,
16 Apr. 2026
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The contract extension covers the 2027-34 seasons, which include the final five seasons of club control and McGonigle’s first three seasons of free agency.—
Ryan Canfield,
FOXNews.com,
15 Apr. 2026
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“Supplement.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/supplement. Accessed 21 Apr. 2026.
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