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as in auxiliary
available to supply something extra when needed
the teacher's edition of the textbook comes with a lot of supplementary material
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as in complementary
related to each other in such a way that one completes the other
regards theology and philosophy as supplementary fields of study
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Recent Examples of supplementary
Still, in scenarios where water can’t be restored or transported immediately to an area, these devices may be able to serve as a bridge or a supplementary source of water.
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Emily Mullin, WIRED, 14 Oct. 2024
Additionally, state programs, non-profits, insurance, and private loans can offer supplementary aid when needed.
—True Tamplin, Forbes, 11 Oct. 2024
New Rule: Supplementary Imaging for Dense Breasts A key update in the 2024 guidelines is the encouragement of supplementary imaging, such as ultrasounds or MRIs, for women with dense breasts.
—Sandra Rose Salathe, Flow Space, 4 Oct. 2024
Local media reported earlier that Ishiba also plans to compile a supplementary budget, which will fund the relief package after the lower house elections set for Oct. 27.
—Anniek Bao, CNBC, 4 Oct. 2024
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Emily Mullin, WIRED, 14 Oct. 2024
Additionally, state programs, non-profits, insurance, and private loans can offer supplementary aid when needed.
—True Tamplin, Forbes, 11 Oct. 2024
New Rule: Supplementary Imaging for Dense Breasts A key update in the 2024 guidelines is the encouragement of supplementary imaging, such as ultrasounds or MRIs, for women with dense breasts.
—Sandra Rose Salathe, Flow Space, 4 Oct. 2024
Local media reported earlier that Ishiba also plans to compile a supplementary budget, which will fund the relief package after the lower house elections set for Oct. 27.
—Anniek Bao, CNBC, 4 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for supplementary
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The company continues to invest in environmentally sustainable solutions, including auxiliary power units and LED lighting upgrades.Quartz Bot, Quartz, 8 Nov. 2024
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Artemio Muniz, chairman of the Federation of Hispanic Republicans, a Texas GOP auxiliary group, said Hispanic voters will weigh the Atlantic report against Mayra Guillén's defense of Trump.Suzanne Gamboa, NBC News, 23 Oct. 2024
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In commercial or mixed-use developments, the tenant mix should be curated to ensure complementary businesses that enhance the overall appeal of the property.Meyer Orbach, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
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The cousins’ complementary natures may have bonded them in their youth, and a genuine and abiding love clearly remains.Gary Goldstein, Los Angeles Times, 2 Nov. 2024
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And while the Federal Communications Commission has given the company more breathing room to reach coverage targets, that also pushes out the timeframe for generating additional revenues.Aldo Svaldi, The Denver Post, 15 Nov. 2024
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The company intends to raise additional funds through public or private offerings to support its operations and business plan.Quartz Bot, Quartz, 15 Nov. 2024
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How nice that for a change, the valuation is reciprocal.Lily Burana, Rolling Stone, 4 Nov. 2024
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British Airways recently introduced a new codeshare agreement with Alaska Airlines, allowing for easier booking on each other's flights as well as reciprocal loyalty benefits.Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 25 Oct. 2024
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For older workers or people in poor health, supplemental life premiums may be lower than an individual policy on the open market.Liz Knueven, CNBC, 4 Nov. 2024
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The Trump campaign also noted enhancements to Medicare Advantage plans during his tenure as president, such as increasing access to telehealth and expanding supplemental benefits for seniors with chronic diseases.Stephanie Armour, CBS News, 4 Nov. 2024
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Running works the muscles of the legs primarily but also uses accessory muscles of the core and arms.Cory Martin, Verywell Health, 1 Oct. 2024
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The rest of the jewelry is pretty much a collection from local businesses in Savannah and others bought from accessory design students!Mike Schalk, refinery29.com, 19 Mar. 2024
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“Supplementary.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/supplementary. Accessed 23 Nov. 2024.
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