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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
Laya Neelakandan, CNBC, 6 May 2026
For the last referendum, passed in 2022, teachers got supplements ranging from $500 to $12,000.
—Scott Travis, Sun Sentinel, 6 May 2026
When taken on an empty stomach, these types of supplements may pass through largely unabsorbed, leading to minimal or no benefits.
—Ayesha Gulzar, Verywell Health, 6 May 2026
For example, fiber supplements, such as psyllium husk powder, can be effective in reducing constipation symptoms and improving gut bacterial balance.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 6 May 2026
And telehealth companies are growing, some taking insurance such as Midi and others offering their own medications and supplements.
—Laura Trujillo, USA Today, 6 May 2026
He was seen on camera taking vitamins, pre-workout supplements, protein powder and diapers.
—Wcco Staff, CBS News, 5 May 2026
Noun
The agency oversees supplements according to the Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act of 1994, which classifies the products as food rather than as drugs and largely allows the marketing to be left up to the companies.
—Laya Neelakandan, CNBC, 6 May 2026
For the last referendum, passed in 2022, teachers got supplements ranging from $500 to $12,000.
—Scott Travis, Sun Sentinel, 6 May 2026
When taken on an empty stomach, these types of supplements may pass through largely unabsorbed, leading to minimal or no benefits.
—Ayesha Gulzar, Verywell Health, 6 May 2026
For example, fiber supplements, such as psyllium husk powder, can be effective in reducing constipation symptoms and improving gut bacterial balance.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 6 May 2026
And telehealth companies are growing, some taking insurance such as Midi and others offering their own medications and supplements.
—Laura Trujillo, USA Today, 6 May 2026
He was seen on camera taking vitamins, pre-workout supplements, protein powder and diapers.
—Wcco Staff, CBS News, 5 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for supplements
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Faced with increases in insurance premiums, many households wind up relocating, the Dallas Fed report found.—
Andrea Riquier,
USA Today,
28 Apr. 2026
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Councilwoman Jennifer Fisher, R-5th, said that while people don’t like tax increases, the public has been understanding about the town’s funding challenges.—
Amy Lavalley,
Chicago Tribune,
28 Apr. 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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Two Patriots veteran free-agent additions, outside linebacker Dre’Mont Jones and guard Alijah Vera-Tucker, addressed the media on Thursday as the offseason workout program wrapped up for the week.—
Doug Kyed,
Boston Herald,
30 Apr. 2026
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Now, the Jets will hope these new additions translate into wins, with the goal of turning around a franchise that hasn’t made the playoffs in 15 seasons.—
Antwan Staley,
New York Daily News,
30 Apr. 2026
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Now it’s being promoted by Invest Qatar, the government’s inward investment agency, alongside newer lifelines such as rent waivers and regulatory filing extensions which have been offered in response to the regional disruption caused by the Iran conflict.—
Kelsey Warner,
semafor.com,
29 Apr. 2026
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The project, located at 1116 9th Street between the Downtown Commons and the Capitol, was approved in July 2020, but has received two other extensions.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
28 Apr. 2026
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Inflation hit hard in recent years, while prompting employee groups, especially in urban areas, to fight for wage boosts to keep pace.—
Howard Blume,
Los Angeles Times,
30 Apr. 2026
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Tech giants announced major revenue boosts this month, but the outlays have pushed up AI costs.—
Tom Chivers,
semafor.com,
30 Apr. 2026
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Running back Anthony Woods was a standout on the white team, scoring the first touchdown of the game on a six-yard run and going for multiple big gains early.—
Sean Campbell,
Los Angeles Times,
3 May 2026
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On Wednesday morning, economists polled by FactSet expect ADP to show job gains of 95,000 in April.—
Kevin Stankiewicz,
CNBC,
3 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 7 May. 2026.
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