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to supplement
Godan VerbTransitive Verb

Definitions

  1. 1. to supplement
  2. 2. to make up for
A verb meaning to make up for something that is lacking or insufficient, such as compensating for a shortage or supplementing a weakness. It is often used when one thing fills in the gaps left by another.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

I made up for not exercising on the weekend by going for a walk.

Sentence 2

How much of the shortfall are you actually willing to cover out of your own pocket?

Sentence 3

You can always strengthen a piece of writing by adding concrete examples, right?

Sentence 4

How much of a gap do you really think you can make up through effort?

Sentence 5

While traveling, I covered the cash shortage with my card.