- plural of complement.
- present tense form of complement (3rd person singular).
complements
Example Sentences
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JPMorgan said the humanoids can be complements rather than substitutes for human labor.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 25, 2026
Its more mobile footprint in the Philippines complements the U.S. presence in Japan, where America has permanent bases that host tens of thousands of troops.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 19, 2026
Each one has her singular presence — Trachtenberg plucky and inspiring; Panettiere charming and bold — but together, they’re beautiful complements.
From Salon ● Aug. 18, 2026
"The committee recognises that this temporary subsidy complements, rather than replaces, AEL's continuing work to secure the most competitive wholesale fuel procurement arrangements available."
From BBC ● Jul. 23, 2026
This demandingness is called government, and it can also be seen in the way that verbs and adjectives are picky about their complements.
From "The Sense of Style" by Steven Pinker
