complement
Example Sentences
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"It would be a novel target that may complement existing therapies like Ozempic, for example, and improve the lives of many who suffer from obesity and other appetite-related conditions."
From Science Daily • Apr. 6, 2026
Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez said the aim was to complement a previous similar law, passed five years ago, which allowed the government to close associations accused of promoting Islamic separatism.
From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026
A public key, its complement, is shared openly in order to receive crypto.
From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026
They come in many forms, and although they have faced criticism for high fees and complex rules, they can — when structured carefully — complement a diversified portfolio for people concerned about outliving their savings.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 30, 2026
“I thought a tree covered in fire would make for a proper complement to ones made from ice.”
From "The Night Circus" by Erin Morgenstern
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