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as in supplements
something that serves to complete or make up for a deficiency in something else
with his practicality and her refreshing enthusiasm, they are perfect complements to each other
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as in adorns
to serve as a completing element to
this silk handkerchief will complement your suit very nicely and give it a bit of dash
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Recent Examples of complements
Erik Brynjolfsson, Time, 2 Jan. 2026
The team says that natural compounds with fewer side effects could offer alternatives or complements in future therapies.
—FOXNews.com, 28 Dec. 2025
Grille fabric complements in black and gray or light beige.
—Robert Ross, Robb Report, 21 Dec. 2025
The coalition’s education drive complements the commission’s research by preparing the community to understand and support whatever proposals eventually emerge.
—J.m. Banks
november 8, Kansas City Star, 8 Nov. 2025
The dark chocolate hue complements most decor styles and is both trendy and timeless, plus the deep seat is supported with no-sag springs for better support.
—Paige Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Nov. 2025
The wide, vintage look not only complements everyday outfits with a sweater or T-shirt, but can also be worn with an elegant top and blazer to evening events.
—Katharina Fuchs, Glamour, 26 Oct. 2025
From minimalist gold styles to louder ones punctuated by pearls and diamonds, even the pickiest of fashion insiders can find a pair of huggie earrings that not only complements but enhances their favorite ‘fit.
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 13 Oct. 2025
Inclusive design, thoughtful regulation, and leadership from Black creators and coders are essential to ensure AI complements, instead of replaces, Black creatives and artists.
—Donnetta Monk, Essence, 9 Oct. 2025
Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 9 Jan. 2026
Bonus points for selecting a color that complements your top.
—Lindy Segal, InStyle, 9 Jan. 2026
That consistent rhythm complements his regimented nature.
—Josh Yohe, New York Times, 8 Jan. 2026
The design and upholstery of this bed frame perfectly complements the overall minimalist bedroom design, providing a subtle yet elevated focal point in the room.
—Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 7 Jan. 2026
Mentee’s progress in vision-language-action models, large-scale simulation, and advanced Sim2Real transfer directly complements Mobileye’s autonomy platform, improving generalization, accelerating development, and enabling faster adaptation to new environments.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 7 Jan. 2026
The new section is integrated into Viu’s mobile app and complements the service’s existing library of premium long-form series and films.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 7 Jan. 2026
Choose a tray that complements or contrasts the items, depending on your taste.
—Abby Wolner, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Jan. 2026
Choose a rug style that complements your interior, such as modern, abstract, traditional, or boho designs.
—Kristin Hohenadel, The Spruce, 4 Jan. 2026
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Economics teaches us that when a resource becomes cheap and abundant, the value shifts to its complements.
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The Ultra Skyrise Wide-leg Pants by Wit & Wisdom, now 30 percent off, offer a timeless, flowy design that complements any look on or off the clock.
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Why do these simple foods work better than high-tech supplements?—
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Garlic Supplements Garlic supplements are sometimes used to support heart health and immunity.—
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He’s toured through Connecticut many times before in a number of different capacities.—
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Those who exit the military often continue their public service in different capacities.—
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Walk a bit deeper inside, and a collage of memories adorns a wall near their kitchen.—
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Now on at the Apollo Theatre, Shaftesbury Avenue (the limited season ends on Saturday), an illuminated image of Shields as Dunne adorns the marquee.—
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The states sought a temporary restraining order, asking the court to block the funding freeze and the administration’s demands for large volumes of administrative data.—
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The professor's studies of war and its political price are must-read volumes for those looking to understand how force and governance are often at odds.—
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Alcoves hold large bronze sculptures; in the center is a large table that the family decorates to complement the season.—
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Later, while Meghan decorates the tree, the camera stops on an ornament dedicated to him — a quiet, touching tribute to the rescue dog who’d been by her side since before royal life and died last winter.—
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Even the weak 2025 figures are likely to be revised lower in February, when the government completes an annual benchmarking of the jobs figures to an actual count of jobs derived from companies’ unemployment insurance filings.—
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This completes one repetition, or rep, of the movement.—
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Her go-to is the Madison Reed Radiant Hair Color Kit, a $35 at-home hair color box that conceals 100 percent of stubborn grays and enhances shine.—
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The denim industry has found an appreciation for linen and how the fiber enhances and refines what is traditionally considered to be a tough and rugged fabric.—
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“Complements.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/complements. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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