complement

Example Sentences

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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

The Swiss pharmaceutical company said Friday that the deal for privately-held Excellergy will add a drug candidate in early-stage trials with potential to complement its existing allergy portfolio.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 27, 2026

Byrne, on the other hand, gives a worthy performance that saves “Tow” from its own pedantic trappings and functions as a similarly fed-up complement to her character in “If I Had Legs I’d Kick You.”

From Salon • Mar. 22, 2026

I was only planning to get a trim, but she and Avery think I should go shoulder-length and get side bangs, which would complement my face shape.

From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison