complement
noun
something that completes or makes perfect.
is complementing
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present progressiveof complement (3rd person singular).present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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Washington noted that higher usage of agentic work units is complementing core seat growth.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 26, 2026
Bell, at this stage, is complementing those types of players, more a finishing piece than foundational.
From Washington Post ● Apr. 14, 2023
The Cowboys’ offense is complementing its defense and Sunday provided evidence that the Elliott who was also handed big money has returned.
From New York Times ● Oct. 3, 2021
“The offense is complementing the defense. The defense is complementing the offense. And certainly the special teams is part of that,” Kelly said.
From Washington Times ● Oct. 5, 2018
The government is complementing its policies with spending cuts and tax increases to meet its budget goals.
From BusinessWeek ● Nov. 12, 2011
