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as in complement
something that serves to complete or make up for a deficiency in something else recommends taking a vitamin C supplement to prevent colds

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as in appendix
a part added at the end of a book or periodical a supplement containing biographical articles on women who had died since the publication of the original three-volume encyclopedia

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supplement

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Recent Examples of supplement
Noun
Talk with a healthcare provider before starting serrapeptase supplements. Ashley Wong, Health, 29 May 2025 Most supplements that the Sun-Times has run this year — from puzzles to how-to guides — have been from Hearst, Tracy Brown, the chief partnerships officer for Sun-Times parent Chicago Public Media, told CNN. Liam Reilly, CNN Money, 28 May 2025
Verb
And researchers are evaluating whether those with traumatic brain injuries (like concussions), neuromuscular conditions (like muscular dystrophy) or heart failure may benefit from supplementing with creatine — but more research is needed in all of these areas. Melinda Wenner Moyer, New York Times, 29 May 2025 They are given background checks, CPR and first aid training and are provided a curriculum, should families want to use them to supplement preschool. Michael Cuglietta, The Orlando Sentinel, 24 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for supplement
Recent Examples of Synonyms for supplement
Noun
  • Ukraine’s European allies have seen an increase in instances of sabotage, cyber incidents and arson attacks linked to Russia, an attempt by Moscow to put more pressure on Kyiv-friendly governments by trying to show their voters that supporting Kyiv comes with a cost.
    Ivana Kottasová, CNN Money, 27 May 2025
  • Do this right up front and the chance of renewal increases considerably.
    Jennifer Lotito, Forbes.com, 27 May 2025
Noun
  • Marchand has added another veteran presence to the room and has served as a quality complement to Anton Lundell and Eetu Luostarinen on Florida’s third forward line.
    Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 4 June 2025
  • Smith was a fine complement in the middle to counter the attention opposing defenses sent the way of wide receivers Tyreek Hill and Jaylen Waddle.
    David Furones, Sun Sentinel, 3 June 2025
Noun
  • One day an 8-year-old girl is rushed to your operating room suffering from a ruptured appendix.
    Michael Ashley, Forbes.com, 3 June 2025
  • Earlier this month, Bindi Irwin had her appendix removed.
    Sara Vallone, Miami Herald, 25 May 2025
Noun
  • At Buena Nota Bakery & Coffee Shop, a caffeine boost is anything but ordinary.
    Kristin Braswell, Travel + Leisure, 7 June 2025
  • Russ Mould, investment director at AJ Bell, noted the boost Tesla’s shares got last year as Musk and Trump’s relationship blossomed.
    Chloe Taylor, CNBC, 6 June 2025
Noun
  • In addition, the company will partner with other creators and experts to discuss their pain prevention routines, including this new product, sleep, exercise and more.
    Emily Burns, Footwear News, 2 June 2025
  • In addition, voters in 18 states and Mexico City were choosing some 1,800 regional judges.
    Patrick J. McDonnell, Los Angeles Times, 2 June 2025
Noun
  • Vegan protein powder with more than 25 grams of protein per serving With 30 grams of protein per serving, this is a great powder for those looking for serious gains.
    BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 29 May 2025
  • India and Vietnam made the largest gains – with both receiving attention from Trump in recent weeks, especially India – with the former increasing its market share from 0.12% to 16.89% and the latter from 6.32% to 16.75%.
    Ken Roberts, Forbes.com, 29 May 2025
Noun
  • Approaching the end of the decade, however, another extension should see the Catalans having to shell out even more money to keep a figure that could have already won several Ballon d’Ors by then happy.
    Tom Sanderson, Forbes.com, 28 May 2025
  • Launching this production company feels like a natural extension of my long and deeply rewarding creative journey, which has taught me that storytelling is both a mandate and an invitation.
    Emily Longeretta, Variety, 28 May 2025

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“Supplement.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/supplement. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.

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