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  1. differences - "Complimentary" vs "complementary" - English Language ...

    Mar 4, 2011 · I got a bit mixed up just now regarding the difference between "complimentary" and "complementary". My colleagues were arguing about the correct spelling of "complimentary drink" at …

  2. meaning - "Complement" or "supplement"? - English Language

    May 20, 2011 · Supplement would refer to extra/additional information in this context. Complement refers to an item that completes or goes well with another item. Personally, I'd be inclined to refer to …

  3. grammar - What's the difference between complementary infinitives …

    Nov 23, 2022 · What's the difference between complementary infinitives and infinitives as object? [duplicate] Ask Question Asked 3 years ago Modified 3 years ago

  4. phonology - Are all allophones in complementary distribution?

    Sep 9, 2020 · I am confused about the relationship between allophones and complementary distribution. I learned that similar phones in complementary distribution are usually allophones of the same …

  5. Compliments of the chef - English Language & Usage Stack Exchange

    Jun 23, 2021 · A complimentary gift, a present, gratuity. to make one a compliment of (a thing). This is directly related, in fact, to the meaning that you cite in "give my compliments to the chef" — in either …

  6. What's the difference between adjectives "supplementary" and ...

    May 14, 2019 · I think you've answered your own question! The additional test questions are "added to supply what is wanted" in this case more of them. So it should be "This is a page of Supplementary …

  7. Highest scored 'differences' questions - Page 9 - English Language ...

    "Complimentary" vs "complementary" I got a bit mixed up just now regarding the difference between "complimentary" and "complementary". My colleagues were arguing about the correct spelling of …

  8. word choice - "Auxiliary" or "ancillary" - English Language & Usage ...

    I am trying to phrase something like: We argue that introducing these concepts is likely to achieve ancillary goals. Should I use auxiliary or ancillary here? Is there a difference in meaning?

  9. What complimentary close to use in continuous formal email?

    What complimentary close to use in continuous formal email? Ask Question Asked 11 years, 10 months ago Modified 11 years, 10 months ago

  10. Is there an english word that means opposite yet complementary and ...

    May 1, 2015 · I am looking for a word to use to describe technical traits of a programming language that are the opposite of each other yet complementary. There is no positive or negative connotation to …