1
as in favorable
expressing approval
the novel received overwhelmingly complimentary reviews
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2
as in free
not costing or charging anything
the airline will continue to give out complimentary soft drinks on all domestic flights
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Recent Examples of complimentary
Included in your stay is daily breakfast, a welcome cheese plate, and a complimentary in-room bar.
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Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 5 Feb. 2025
The bar promises a free welcome gift if visitors come in Eagles apparel, and complimentary pizza and wings come with all reservations.
—Kayleigh Ruller, Charlotte Observer, 5 Feb. 2025
Oh, and a complimentary bullet-proof vest with matching bullet-proof helmet and military gas mask, also check.
—New Atlas, 28 Jan. 2025
Fittingly, the poet was suggested for the mostly unscripted project by producer Tig Notaro, who appears briefly toward the end and boasts a body of complimentary work in stand-up comedy.
—Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 25 Jan. 2025
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Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 5 Feb. 2025
The bar promises a free welcome gift if visitors come in Eagles apparel, and complimentary pizza and wings come with all reservations.
—Kayleigh Ruller, Charlotte Observer, 5 Feb. 2025
Oh, and a complimentary bullet-proof vest with matching bullet-proof helmet and military gas mask, also check.
—New Atlas, 28 Jan. 2025
Fittingly, the poet was suggested for the mostly unscripted project by producer Tig Notaro, who appears briefly toward the end and boasts a body of complimentary work in stand-up comedy.
—Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 25 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for complimentary
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Around nine in ten Catholics who identify with or lean toward the Democratic Party have a favorable view of him, compared to 63 percent of Catholics who identify with or lean toward the Republican Party.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
14 Feb. 2025
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Each metric was graded on a 100-point scale, with 100 representing the most favorable conditions for singles who are actively dating.—
Fernanda Galan,
Sacramento Bee,
14 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Never miss a story — sign up for PEOPLE's free daily newsletter to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories.—
Ingrid Vasquez,
People.com,
19 Feb. 2025
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Khalil Mack, Chargers Availability: Mack is scheduled for unrestricted free agency and the Chargers have plenty of cap space.—
Jerry McDonald,
The Mercury News,
19 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Reviews since have been mostly positive, though PetaPixel wasn't able to recommend.—
Paul Ridden,
New Atlas,
14 Feb. 2025
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Information on Bifidobacterium content was available in 1,121 colorectal cancer cases — nearly one-third of which tested positive for the bacterium, while the remainder tested negative.—
Tom Gavin,
EverydayHealth.com,
14 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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The newest Prestige has three generously-sized staterooms, with an optional cabin for the captain.—
Michael Verdon,
Robb Report,
11 Feb. 2025
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Other hardware includes an optional LED lighting system, a throttle, plus a controller that keeps everything coordinated.—
Ben Coxworth,
New Atlas,
9 Feb. 2025
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With best wishes, Camilla/ Thank you for your very helpful book.—
Justin Gest,
Newsweek,
11 Feb. 2025
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During the episode, Palmer asks SZA if Drake is a good kisser.—
Lissete Lanuza Sáenz,
StyleCaster,
11 Feb. 2025
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“Complimentary.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/complimentary. Accessed 22 Feb. 2025.
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