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as in increases
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 complements
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 appendixes
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 supplements
Allison Palmer
updated June 3, Sacbee.com, 3 June 2026
For The Union-Tribune Release the kratom Kratom is a tropical tree native to Southeast Asia, whose leaves are used as the active ingredient in a host of compounds and supplements to self-treat conditions such as pain, coughing, diarrhea, anxiety and depression.
—Scott Lafee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 June 2026
Makeup categories followed farther inside, while Korean snacks, supplements and wellness products were positioned toward the back — which many shoppers browsed while waiting in the checkout line.
—Ryma Chikhoune, Footwear News, 2 June 2026
What super greens supplements were recalled?
—Mary Walrath-Holdridge, USA Today, 2 June 2026
Key Takeaways Fish oil supplements may help reduce muscle soreness and inflammation after workouts, especially after intense resistance training or eccentric exercises.
—Jennifer Klump, Verywell Health, 2 June 2026
It was noted during several conversations with the teacher and in the school records that the student was already on a comprehensive medication regimen and that the mother did not want any other supplements, according to the lawsuit.
—Jt Moodee Lockman, CBS News, 27 May 2026
The more revealing question may not be whether consumers are taking supplements.
—Kate Hardcastle, Forbes.com, 27 May 2026
Brecka, who is not a doctor, put White on a regimen of supplements, cold plunges, IV drips, and red-light therapy that has left him feeling leaner, more energized, and no longer suffering from sleep apnea.
—Sean Gregory, Time, 26 May 2026
Noun
Eating four to six prunes a day is a low-effort habit with more clinical evidence behind it than most supplements on the market.
—Allison Palmer
updated June 3, Sacbee.com, 3 June 2026
For The Union-Tribune Release the kratom Kratom is a tropical tree native to Southeast Asia, whose leaves are used as the active ingredient in a host of compounds and supplements to self-treat conditions such as pain, coughing, diarrhea, anxiety and depression.
—Scott Lafee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 June 2026
Makeup categories followed farther inside, while Korean snacks, supplements and wellness products were positioned toward the back — which many shoppers browsed while waiting in the checkout line.
—Ryma Chikhoune, Footwear News, 2 June 2026
What super greens supplements were recalled?
—Mary Walrath-Holdridge, USA Today, 2 June 2026
Key Takeaways Fish oil supplements may help reduce muscle soreness and inflammation after workouts, especially after intense resistance training or eccentric exercises.
—Jennifer Klump, Verywell Health, 2 June 2026
It was noted during several conversations with the teacher and in the school records that the student was already on a comprehensive medication regimen and that the mother did not want any other supplements, according to the lawsuit.
—Jt Moodee Lockman, CBS News, 27 May 2026
The more revealing question may not be whether consumers are taking supplements.
—Kate Hardcastle, Forbes.com, 27 May 2026
Brecka, who is not a doctor, put White on a regimen of supplements, cold plunges, IV drips, and red-light therapy that has left him feeling leaner, more energized, and no longer suffering from sleep apnea.
—Sean Gregory, Time, 26 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for supplements
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These increases are long overdue, considering the outstanding work Florida Department of Corrections does every day.—
John Koufos,
Sun Sentinel,
2 June 2026
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This suggests that enterprises are no longer satisfied with AI chatbots gently nudging increases in productivity.—
Matthew Kayser,
USA Today,
2 June 2026
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Other interventions, like non-surgical or surgical skin tightening procedures, can be helpful complements, too.—
Helen Carefoot,
Flow Space,
28 Apr. 2026
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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,
20 Apr. 2026
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The final version is nearly 1,000 pages with an additional 1,600 pages in appendices.—
Lana Ferguson,
Dallas Morning News,
27 Jan. 2026
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Their analysis, which includes seven figures, thirteen tables, six appendices, and nearly 25,000 words, revealed three main findings.—
Ge Bai,
Forbes.com,
28 Aug. 2025
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New additions include Somni in West Hollywood, Addison by William Bradley in San Diego, and Sons and Daughters in San Francisco.—
Angela Osorio,
Los Angeles Times,
30 May 2026
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That being said, Breslow confirmed that the Red Sox have explored making external additions to help the team.—
Mac Cerullo,
Boston Herald,
30 May 2026
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Competing against Paula Badosa of Spain during Day Two of the 2025 French Open, Osaka added a playful touch to her game-ready hairdo with hot pink extensions fashioned in the shape of flower heads.—
Kaleigh Werner,
Footwear News,
28 May 2026
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This past summer, Holmgren and Jalen Williams became eligible for extensions.—
Fred Katz,
New York Times,
27 May 2026
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Every small-market team would be initially guaranteed a minimum of $240 million in revenue every season (subject to requirements that funds be used to compete on the field) as well as other boosts such as draft picks and benefits for low-revenue teams active in free agency and other signings.—
Meghan Montemurro,
Chicago Tribune,
28 May 2026
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Collector's Editions that also offer in-game items and boosts blur the lines in these kinds of games.—
Brian Mazique,
Forbes.com,
26 May 2026
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But violence has since roared back, in part because armed groups have taken advantage of peace negotiations with Petro’s government to make territorial gains.—
Megan Janetsky,
Los Angeles Times,
1 June 2026
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Summarizing documents, drafting emails, building slides has been the early harvest, and the productivity gains from these applications are real but also well understood and increasingly commoditized.—
Alexander Puutio,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2026
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The state office is mandated to report to the legislature on missing persons and homicide cases, along with the correlates of domestic violence and human trafficking.—
Mara H. Gottfried,
Twin Cities,
13 Apr. 2026
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“Supplements.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/supplements. Accessed 4 Jun. 2026.
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