complementing

verb

present participle of complement
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 Durable stones like Taj Mahal quartzite or Greek marble Pirgon are popular focal points, complementing the layered design. — Abby Wolner, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 July 2026 Mina Elias, for instance, employs dozens of AI agents for about $1,000 monthly to monitor listings, ads, and market trends, complementing his human staff. — Elaine Pofeldt, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026 Inspired by the Alhambra in Spain’s Granada, the mosque has a 33-meter (108-foot)-high minaret that overlooks the Seine River — complementing but not overshadowing the twin towers of nearby Notre Dame Cathedral. — ABC News, 18 July 2026 Her nude lip, lined ever so delicately with a skin-complementing brown, matched the visage. — Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 15 July 2026 In a statement to CNBC, Novo Nordisk confirmed the agreement with Vivani and said it is focused on complementing its internal research and development efforts with external innovation. — Annika Kim Constantino, CNBC, 11 July 2026 Her dark tresses were swept into a sleek updo, showcasing a pair of $30,000 diamond drop earrings from Fernando Jorge, complementing a matching $11,000 ring. — Hannah Malach, InStyle, 2 July 2026 Adding these pieces helps ground your space and add a pop of color, texture, and dimension while complementing your existing décor — and can totally transform a room. — Jacqueline Tempera, PEOPLE, 1 July 2026 The system has entered operational service and forms a central component of Israel’s multi-layered missile defense network, complementing both lower and higher altitude defenses. — Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 28 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for complementing
  1. decorating
  2. adorning
  3. completing
  4. enhancing
Verb
  • September 23 – October 22 If the arrangement is not working, stop decorating it.
    — Tarot.com, Chicago Tribune, 2 Aug. 2026
  • Earlier this month, The 704 Way held a free shoe decorating popup at Archive CLT, a northwest Charlotte coffee shop.
    — Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 27 July 2026
Definition of decorating
Verb
  • Black shirt, black shorts, thin sheen of sweat adorning his expressive forehead.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 26 July 2026
  • Aside from the art adorning the bakeware and towels, Yeh’s lifestyle and personality are also infused into the assortment’s physical design.
    — Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 July 2026
Definition of adorning
Verb
  • The remaining work includes installing equipment, carrying out system integration, and completing testing before the ropeway opens to passengers.
    — Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 3 Aug. 2026
  • Hong Kong‘s Palace Museum (HKPM) has announced that its director, Louis Ng, will retire from his role in January of 2027 after completing his seven year contract.
    — News Desk, Artforum, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of completing
Verb
  • These policies are increasingly important for enhancing older workers’ employability as AI and technological change reshape jobs and skill requirements.
    — Runchana Pongsaparn, Fortune, 31 July 2026
  • The architecture is intended to reduce construction complexity while enhancing operational safety.
    — Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 31 July 2026
Definition of enhancing

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