as in complementary
related to each other in such a way that one completes the other
the two nations agreed to give reciprocal work rights to each other's citizens, thus facilitating the daily border crossings of workers from both countries
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Recent Examples of reciprocal
The tariffs apply to all Nicaraguan goods not originating under the CAFTA-DR agreement and are in addition to other existing tariffs, such as the standing 18 percent reciprocal tariff.
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Associate News Editor, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2025
In November, the Florida Department of Health filed an administrative complaint to begin reciprocal discipline.
—David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 7 Dec. 2025
There was very much a reciprocal feeling among the generations.
—Stephanie Ogilvie, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 Dec. 2025
But what makes Lurker more than just the story of a dead-eyed social climber are the ways in which the movie suggests there’s something necessary and reciprocal about its dysfunctional central dynamic.
—Alison Willmore, Vulture, 1 Dec. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for reciprocal
Adjective
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So fat transfer is absolutely invaluable, complementary to any facial aesthetic surgery, but also more of a structural solution on its own, rather than just a cosmetic add on.—
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Each headliner is supported by a complementary, not-quite-as-famous act.—
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What seems to make Jennifer and Jim’s relationship work is its balance of normalcy and mutual respect.—
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The two bonded over their mutual love for Atlanta and its vibrant culture before Trae and Quavo faced off in a friendly yet competitive game of HORSE on the basketball court.—
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Local reactions and political support During a prefectural assembly session on Monday, the ruling Liberal Democratic Party proposed a supplementary budget including about 31 million yen for public relations activities related to the restart.—
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At the same time, keep your eyes open for part-time supplementary work as well as companies that may be more financially secure and able to pay a healthier wage.—
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“Reciprocal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reciprocal. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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