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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
Julia Forbes, Wired News, 28 Dec. 2025
Some supplements can interfere with sleep, especially those that affect energy levels or the sleep–wake cycle.
—Simon Spichak, Health, 23 Dec. 2025
Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Jan. 2026
The new league has reimagined the offseason for many WNBA players, who have historically played overseas to supplement their low salaries.
—Myah Taylor, Dallas Morning News, 5 Jan. 2026
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Noun
So if an extra (and questionable) ingredient weasels its way into the formula, and the supplement hits the market, there's not much the FDA can do besides send companies a warning letter to recall the supplement.
—Verb
Tips for Keeping Plants Under Grow Lights Grow lights can be used on their own, or they can be positioned near a window to supplement the natural light plants receive.
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Noun
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Chance of lightning increases as a thunderstorm approaches and peaks when the storm is overhead.—
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Hopper saw a 40% increase in air travelers, adding its Disruption Assistance feature – which allows users to instantly rebook if their flight is delayed or canceled, or get a refund – overnight following the DOT’s announcement.—
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Ethereally beautiful, with platinum hair, Fastvold radiates calm, a complement to Seyfried’s quicksilver curiosity, though both women have about them an inspiring clarity.—
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The five-time All-Star was the starting shooting guard next to Curry for all four of the team’s modern-day titles, providing defense and the perfect off-ball complement to Curry’s dynamism.—
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Treatment for the condition generally involves antibiotics and surgical removal of the appendix, per Mayo Clinic.—
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According to the accompanying appendix, which outlined the accusations and was under seal until Tuesday, Remington penned the bulk of Hyland’s opinion denying the defense’s dismissal motion, constituting a clear breach of Wisconsin’s judicial code of conduct.—
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The city was already buzzing Friday night with both Bears and Packers fans, as the return of the NFL's oldest rivalry is a boost to spirits and business.—
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To be sure, how much of a boost beneficiaries see depends on the size of their current benefits.—
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In addition to his political activism, Michael was involved with several charities, including serving as chair of the John Douglas French Alzheimer’s Foundation board.—
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In addition to this, beat reporters Mike Kaye and Alex Zietlow broke down the matchup and offered their predictions on the contest, as is customary.—
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That said, many of the gains players made here won’t dramatically affect their bottom lines, and the reality is that most players on ECHL deals will still need those second jobs and other sources of income to continue to chase their dream of making it to the next level.—
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Beck capitalized on that to get shorter gains and set up more manageable third-down situations.—
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For the comedic pair, the project is a natural extension of their decades-long creative partnership.—
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The payment extension only covers 2025 taxes, LeVota said.—
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“Supplement.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/supplement. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.
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