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as in auxiliary
available to supply something extra when needed
the new program will provide supplemental health insurance to thousands of workers
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as in supplementary
related to each other in such a way that one completes the other
an astronomer who regards science and religion not as antithetical but as supplemental belief systems
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Recent Examples of supplemental
Summer drought and water stress can cause bud drop, so be sure to provide supplemental irrigation during summer dry spells.
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Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 1 Oct. 2025
Two hunters were killed by a lightning strike in Colorado, plus Polish ski mountaineer Andrzej Bargiel skied from the summit of Mount Everest without the use of supplemental oxygen.
—Outside, 26 Sep. 2025
One of the more benign but notable side effects is that, ironically, taking supplemental iron interferes with the absorption of iron from food.
—Kristine Thomason, Vogue, 24 Sep. 2025
Wanting their new pitcher to build a stronger supplemental arsenal to complement his fastball, the Red Sox immediately optioned him to Triple-A until early September.
—Gabrielle Starr, Boston Herald, 21 Sep. 2025
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Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 1 Oct. 2025
Two hunters were killed by a lightning strike in Colorado, plus Polish ski mountaineer Andrzej Bargiel skied from the summit of Mount Everest without the use of supplemental oxygen.
—Outside, 26 Sep. 2025
One of the more benign but notable side effects is that, ironically, taking supplemental iron interferes with the absorption of iron from food.
—Kristine Thomason, Vogue, 24 Sep. 2025
Wanting their new pitcher to build a stronger supplemental arsenal to complement his fastball, the Red Sox immediately optioned him to Triple-A until early September.
—Gabrielle Starr, Boston Herald, 21 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for supplemental
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The airline has been swapping out auxiliary power units (APUs) — small engines that are located in the back of planes — since 2022, The Wall Street Journal reported Thursday.—
Deirdre Bardolf,
FOXNews.com,
26 Sep. 2025
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Updates include a new cafeteria space, a new two-story wing, an agricultural lab with welding booths, an auxiliary gymnasium, music and band classrooms, a construction lab and more.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
25 Sep. 2025
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The district would also need to create supplementary resources to help teachers incorporate AI into the classroom.—
Rebecca Noel,
Charlotte Observer,
26 Sep. 2025
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Third, the letter writer and her family might want to consider engaging a geriatric care manager who could help them to identify supplementary services and connections in the local community that could go at least some way to alleviating her isolation.—
R. Eric Thomas,
Mercury News,
10 Sep. 2025
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Each leg incorporates six DoF, complemented by additional arm and waist flexibility, allowing Oli to perform complex, ballet-like gestures with balance and precision.—
Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
7 Oct. 2025
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The second location will have a drive-thru and offer new menu items, including omelettes, specialty Pete’s Coffee drinks, new cream cheese flavors and additional Boar’s Head deli meat options.—
Amanda Hancock,
Louisville Courier Journal,
7 Oct. 2025
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The stores will also offer complementary brands including Chimi Eyewear, Yniq Eyewear, Uyn, Hestra Gloves and Astis Handwear.—
Jean E. Palmieri,
Footwear News,
6 Oct. 2025
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Cassell recommends lining the perimeter of your room with a contrasting tile (think penny tiles in a complementary shade) to add a touch of personality while still keeping with a classic aesthetic.—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
5 Oct. 2025
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Per the listing, there’s also a large, fully functional gym or potential accessory dwelling unit, plus plenty of room on the grounds for a future play area or a sports court.—
Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
2 Oct. 2025
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Attendees can also expect kid-friendly activities, including hair braiding, glow-in-the-dark face painting, accessory booths, photo booths, and giant inflatable mascots on the dance floor.—
Charlie Vargas,
Oc Register,
30 Sep. 2025
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And, of course, vice versa, reinforcing the disparity for those in peripheral locations.—
Sarah Maokosy,
Fortune,
4 Oct. 2025
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The presentation emphasized that these artists are not peripheral but foundational to American art history, a point Lampkins-Fielder was determined to make clear.—
Okla Jones,
Essence,
29 Sep. 2025
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“Supplemental.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/supplemental. Accessed 9 Oct. 2025.
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