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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
These spices are often mixed to optimize their therapeutic potential and provide supplementary advantages.
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Anna Giorgi, Verywell Health, 8 May 2025
The winning Oz Lotto numbers were 14, 32, 13, 29, 41, 23 and 8, and the supplementary numbers were 43, 4 and 40, according to The Lott.
—David Chiu, People.com, 15 Apr. 2025
These expenses can often be managed through budget adjustments or supplementary income.
—True Tamplin, Forbes.com, 30 Apr. 2025
In the span of a month between January and February, the Broncos lost four supplementary decision-makers, including former assistant GM Darren Mougey to the New York Jets and vice president of football operations Mark Thewes — just like Stark — to the Raiders.
—Luca Evans, Denver Post, 30 Apr. 2025
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Anna Giorgi, Verywell Health, 8 May 2025
The winning Oz Lotto numbers were 14, 32, 13, 29, 41, 23 and 8, and the supplementary numbers were 43, 4 and 40, according to The Lott.
—David Chiu, People.com, 15 Apr. 2025
These expenses can often be managed through budget adjustments or supplementary income.
—True Tamplin, Forbes.com, 30 Apr. 2025
In the span of a month between January and February, the Broncos lost four supplementary decision-makers, including former assistant GM Darren Mougey to the New York Jets and vice president of football operations Mark Thewes — just like Stark — to the Raiders.
—Luca Evans, Denver Post, 30 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for supplementary
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Since its publication in 1915, the poem has been adopted by the American Legion and its auxiliary, and the poppy has become the official flower to memorialize the fallen.—
Anita Gosch,
Oc Register,
1 June 2025
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Jenkins, the former sheriff of Culpeper County in Northern Virginia, was convicted in December on charges related to his acceptance of more than $75,000 in bribes in exchange for auxiliary deputy sheriff appointments.—
Annabella Rosciglione,
The Washington Examiner,
26 May 2025
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Dakota Johnson exemplified this shift, wearing a custom light pink Gucci dress that layered sequins beneath the garment’s longline fringe, finishing the look with complementary silver earrings.—
Pooja Shah,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2025
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This salad is an elevated addition to any summer entertaining spread, thanks to the unique yet complementary flavors that taste like something special.—
Erin Hooker,
Better Homes & Gardens,
26 May 2025
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The coalition estimates that the expansion will result in 400,000 to 500,000 additional work days.—
Gene Maddaus,
Variety,
3 June 2025
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Patek emphasized that the Royals also need additional commitments from either Jackson County or Clay County — which has been floated as a potential stadium spot — and have not received those yet.—
Kacen Bayless,
Kansas City Star,
3 June 2025
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On April 9, President Trump paused the implementation of reciprocal tariffs for 90 days, though a baseline 10% tariff is still in place for all goods coming into the US.—
Jibin Joseph,
PC Magazine,
3 June 2025
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Trump's reciprocal tariffs, meanwhile, have been brought down to a baseline 10-percent for 90 days as of April 9.—
Hugh Cameron,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 June 2025
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Consumers can see key product details such as COA’s, easily readable cannabinoid and terpene data, and supplemental product information directly sourced from the track and trace system.—
Peter Su,
Rolling Stone,
6 June 2025
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Apply finished compost to the garden to provide supplemental nutrients as well as organic matter.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
4 June 2025
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Three hours into the debate, Scott offered an amendment that would change the 8-30g law to include accessory dwelling units, sometimes called mother-in-law apartments, in the calculation to count toward affordable housing.—
Christopher Keating,
Hartford Courant,
28 May 2025
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Featuring over 20 colorful loungewear and accessory pieces under $30, the collaboration coincided with Poppi’s new Cream Soda flavor.—
Charlie Carballo,
Footwear News,
20 May 2025
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“Supplementary.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/supplementary. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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