as in to flesh (out)
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While the Panthers are interested in finding a rangy safety to complement Moehrig, Scott could be back in a rotational role.—
Joseph Person,
New York Times,
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That understanding led to the creation of the Tourism Development Tax (TDT), designed as a regional economic development tool to complement the private marketing efforts of our largest theme parks and hotels.—
Paul S. Mears III,
The Orlando Sentinel,
8 Feb. 2026
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About 30 states have adopted state-level low-income housing tax credits or similar preservation programs, which supplement the federal credit.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
8 Feb. 2026
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Martin de Anda, another Gen Zer, chose to supplement his loan underwriter job in Los Angeles by handing out flyers for other businesses.—
Daniel de Visé,
USA Today,
7 Feb. 2026
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“Fill (out).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fill%20%28out%29. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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