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Commonly Confused Words > complementary vs. complimentary.

Complementary describes anything that matches or pairs well. Complimentary is a word that describes something that is flattering. It also sometimes means "free".

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The hotel offers ___ breakfast and Wi-Fi.

complimentary

complementary

The ___ black leather shoes and new blue jeans helped me get the job.

complementary

complimentary

Each person who works with us has ___ skills.

complimentary

complementary

Be a little ___ to build the kids' confidence.

complimentary

complementary

Please choose a ___ color scheme for the birthday party supplies.

complimentary

complementary

Because our dinner was two hours late, we got ___ dessert.

complementary

complimentary

Foreign investors buy US businesses that are ___ to their businesses.

complimentary

complementary

If parents are too ___, the kids will think they can do no wrong.

complementary

complimentary

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