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
The Transportation Security Administration has historically warned airport travelers against using two complimentary airport amenities.
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Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3 July 2025
Don’t miss the complimentary spa complete with a snow room and heated thalassotherapy pool (incorporating sea water for its restorative benefits).
—AFAR Media, 3 July 2025
Enjoy cozy lounge spaces, heated outdoor pool, complimentary bikes, fire pits and a general store well stocked with s’mores fixings and trail snacks.
—Sarah Sekula, USA Today, 2 July 2025
Free cookie or drink at Potbelly Potbelly is offering a complimentary cookie or regular-sized fountain drink with the purchase of any entrée to all teachers through May 11.
—Cheryl V. Jackson, IndyStar, 2 July 2025
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Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3 July 2025
Don’t miss the complimentary spa complete with a snow room and heated thalassotherapy pool (incorporating sea water for its restorative benefits).
—AFAR Media, 3 July 2025
Enjoy cozy lounge spaces, heated outdoor pool, complimentary bikes, fire pits and a general store well stocked with s’mores fixings and trail snacks.
—Sarah Sekula, USA Today, 2 July 2025
Free cookie or drink at Potbelly Potbelly is offering a complimentary cookie or regular-sized fountain drink with the purchase of any entrée to all teachers through May 11.
—Cheryl V. Jackson, IndyStar, 2 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for complimentary
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In 2019, 52% of Mainers had a favorable impression of Collins, according to Morning Consult polling.—
Philip Elliott,
Time,
9 July 2025
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This is driven by the ongoing market share gains from its FreeStyle Libre platform and the favorable effects of recent product launches, including Lingo, TriClip, and i-STAT.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
9 July 2025
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Sign up for Entertainment Weekly's free daily newsletter to get breaking TV news, exclusive first looks, recaps, reviews, interviews with your favorite stars, and more.—
Daysia Tolentino,
EW.com,
13 July 2025
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Unfortunately, Peacock is not offering a free trial at this time.—
Monica Mercuri,
Forbes.com,
13 July 2025
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The influx of capital is a net positive, fueling innovation and scaling operations.—
Ken Silverstein,
Forbes.com,
9 July 2025
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The young wingers are the latest hope for an Edmonton player to win the award, with positive indicators everywhere.—
Allan Mitchell,
New York Times,
9 July 2025
Adjective
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Once in the main lounge, La Première customers can now book optional suites with a butler, a spacious living room, a bedroom with a double bed, a bathroom, and even an outdoor patio.—
Michele Robson,
Fortune,
5 July 2025
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However, in today's rapidly changing business landscape, empathy has become essential, not optional.—
Heather V. MacArthur,
Forbes.com,
3 July 2025
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See my tips and best picks on how to protect yourself from identity theft at Cyberguy.com/IdentityTheft 10.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
6 July 2025
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But maybe, in an odd way, the timing is good, given the looming July 31 trade deadline.—
Marc Topkin,
The Orlando Sentinel,
6 July 2025
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“Complimentary.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/complimentary. Accessed 20 Jul. 2025.
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