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complementary

[kom-pluh-men-tuh-ree, -tree] / ˌkɒm pləˈmɛn tə ri, -tri /


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Future studies will look more closely at how methionine works, whether other amino acids may produce similar or complementary effects, and how the findings might translate to people.

From Science Daily • Jun. 1, 2026

“Each company will be better positioned to grow within a focused portfolio of complementary businesses.”

From MarketWatch • May 20, 2026

Then there are their complementary economies: Russia as a major exporter of oil, gas and other raw materials, and China's industrial economy providing a vast market for them.

From BBC • May 18, 2026

Not for another three years did the complementary goddesses arrive, though when they did critics would conclude that they had been worth the wait.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026

Grown men and women seem to think a red plaid and a pink floral print are complementary colors.

From "The Poisonwood Bible" by Barbara Kingsolver




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