supplements
Pronunciation: [ˈsʌplɪmənts]
Context: "health"
(noun) supplements are products you take to help your body feel better or work better. They can be vitamins, minerals, or other helpful substances that you may not get enough of in your food.
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Taking vitamin D supplements can help keep your bones strong.
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Not taking any supplements means you might miss out on important nutrients.
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Do you take any dietary supplements to stay healthy?
Context: "addition"
(noun) supplements can also mean extra things added to something else. For example, if you have a video game and you want more content, you might buy a supplement that adds new levels or characters.
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The game has several exciting supplements that add new features and maps.
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Without any supplements, the game feels very limited and boring.
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Have you checked out the new supplements available for the game?
Context: "health"
(verb) to supplement something means to add something to it to make it better or more complete. For example, if you're not eating enough fruits and vegetables, you might supplement your diet with vitamin pills.
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She decided to supplement her meals with protein shakes to stay full.
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He does not supplement his breakfast and only eats toast every day.
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What do you think is the best way to supplement a healthy diet?