as in decorating
to serve as a completing element to
this silk handkerchief will complement your suit very nicely and give it a bit of dash
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Recent Examples of complementing
On the same day, the airline will also launch new seasonal flights from Boston to Edinburgh, complementing its existing service to the Scottish city from its primary base at New York-JFK.
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Stella Shon, Travel + Leisure, 10 Dec. 2024
Influencers, enamored with its style and functionality, often flaunt it as a crossbody bag, seamlessly complementing casual outfits.
—Mia Meltzer, Rolling Stone, 6 Dec. 2024
Rather than replacing jets, drones are increasingly complementing them.
—Interesting Engineering, 28 Nov. 2024
This powerful piece invites viewers to explore the interconnections of identity, culture, and humanity, perfectly complementing the hotel’s art deco charm and modern elegance.
—Lilian Raji, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
Flying to Lagos will also get easier courtesy of Delta Airlines, which revives its daily service from New York City in December, complementing its existing flights from Atlanta.
—Sarah Khan, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Nov. 2024
Build Emotional Intelligence Research indicates that emotional intelligence (EI) is a significant predictor of academic performance, complementing traditional measures like IQ.
—Dr. Aviva Legatt, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
The riffs and vocals stay comfortably on top of the mix, complementing the backbeat without overshadowing it.
—PCMAG, 21 Nov. 2024
Earlier this month, Grande and Erivo said in an interview with content creator Aichark that many of their complementing fashion looks were actually not planned ahead of time.
—Raven Brunner, People.com, 20 Nov. 2024
Stella Shon, Travel + Leisure, 10 Dec. 2024
Influencers, enamored with its style and functionality, often flaunt it as a crossbody bag, seamlessly complementing casual outfits.
—Mia Meltzer, Rolling Stone, 6 Dec. 2024
Rather than replacing jets, drones are increasingly complementing them.
—Interesting Engineering, 28 Nov. 2024
This powerful piece invites viewers to explore the interconnections of identity, culture, and humanity, perfectly complementing the hotel’s art deco charm and modern elegance.
—Lilian Raji, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
Flying to Lagos will also get easier courtesy of Delta Airlines, which revives its daily service from New York City in December, complementing its existing flights from Atlanta.
—Sarah Khan, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Nov. 2024
Build Emotional Intelligence Research indicates that emotional intelligence (EI) is a significant predictor of academic performance, complementing traditional measures like IQ.
—Dr. Aviva Legatt, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
The riffs and vocals stay comfortably on top of the mix, complementing the backbeat without overshadowing it.
—PCMAG, 21 Nov. 2024
Earlier this month, Grande and Erivo said in an interview with content creator Aichark that many of their complementing fashion looks were actually not planned ahead of time.
—Raven Brunner, People.com, 20 Nov. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for complementing
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So why not skip the cookie decorating this year and let these drinks be the star of your seasonal celebrations?Stephanie Gravalese, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Learn how to make cookie icing, and get ready for all kinds of fun cookie decorating to ensue.Tricia Manzanero Stuedeman, Southern Living, 10 Dec. 2024
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While many people spend hours—or even days—decorating the Christmas tree and adorning their house in lights, one TikTok user has amazed the internet with his hack to avoid all the hassle.Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
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Starting in the Hall of Mirrors, you’ll be surrounded by 30 tableaux and 357 mirrors adorning its 17 arches before moving onto the King’s Apartment—once the residence of Louis XIV, hosting several parties a week here.Lewis Nunn, Forbes, 5 Dec. 2024
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Accessibility Documentation Proper accessibility documentation is essential for demonstrating compliance with legal standards and enhancing transparency in procurement processes.Ran Ronen, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Amazon has implemented effective cost management strategies, adopting a more measured hiring pace and enhancing operational efficiency.Trefis Team, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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“Complementing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/complementing. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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