Example Sentences

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But as strange as it may sound, “Scary Movie” and “Stop! That! Train!” aren’t competitors so much as they are complements, two parodies that hold each other up when the other starts to lag.

From Salon • Jun. 11, 2026

Tech firms involved said the approach complements existing moderation systems.

From BBC • May 13, 2026

“The Unilever Foods business is one we have long admired, with a portfolio that complements our existing business, capabilities and long-term vision,” Foley said.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 31, 2026

This growing aftermarket opportunity gives Ballard a steadier, recurring revenue stream and provides higher margins that complements new engine sales and reduces reliance on customer orders.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 13, 2026

But as we shall see in chapter 6, using a comma to separate a subject from its predicate or a verb from one of its complements is among the most grievous sins of mispunctuation.

From "The Sense of Style" by Steven Pinker