as in dividend
something given in addition to what is ordinarily expected or owed
this job offers a nice Christmas bonus in addition to the salary
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Recent Examples of bonus
The estate has paid bonuses like this to attorneys for years and they’ve all been approved without any objections.
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Marina Watts, People.com, 12 July 2025
In its broader push to boost the U.S. birth rate, the Trump administration has increased the child tax credit, implemented a new $1,000 baby bonus, and, according to reporting by The New York Times, floated affirmative action for parents who apply to Fulbright scholarships.
—Lucy Tu, The Atlantic, 11 July 2025
As The Athletic revealed on Monday, a £52m deal was agreed, plus a few million in bonuses which are deemed difficult to achieve.
—Chris Waugh, New York Times, 11 July 2025
That matters more than any retention bonus ever could.
—Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025
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Marina Watts, People.com, 12 July 2025
In its broader push to boost the U.S. birth rate, the Trump administration has increased the child tax credit, implemented a new $1,000 baby bonus, and, according to reporting by The New York Times, floated affirmative action for parents who apply to Fulbright scholarships.
—Lucy Tu, The Atlantic, 11 July 2025
As The Athletic revealed on Monday, a £52m deal was agreed, plus a few million in bonuses which are deemed difficult to achieve.
—Chris Waugh, New York Times, 11 July 2025
That matters more than any retention bonus ever could.
—Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bonus
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Corporate automation plus a $3+ trillion spending bender from Uncle Sam is a powerful recipe for higher stock prices and bigger dividends.—
Brett Owens,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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Citigroup raised its quarterly dividend to 60 cents per share from 56 cents on July 2, after the latest Federal Reserve stress tests.—
Jesse Pound,
CNBC,
15 July 2025
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Products to choose from include books, apparel, toys, candy, antiques, jewelry, gifts, accessories, flowers, games, home decor, popcorn and more.—
Jenna Prestininzi,
Freep.com,
19 July 2025
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For its 88th birthday, Krispy Kreme is giving customers a gift: a deal on a dozen doughnuts.—
Mike Snider,
USA Today,
19 July 2025
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Since the first official World Series in 1903 – which the Red Sox won, by the way – there have been 67 Fall Classic contests have gone to extras, including eight with the Red Sox (5-3).—
Gabrielle Starr,
Boston Herald,
18 July 2025
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Ask about extras, including closing costs, mortgage insurance, and green energy incentives.—
Allison Palmer
July 16,
Miami Herald,
16 July 2025
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But a toddler’s contributions are often clumsy and, like the efforts of my Montessori preschoolers in September, may actually result in more work for the adult—so the adult shoos the child away.—
Christine Carrig,
The Atlantic,
21 July 2025
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Help post-grads see that even small contributions can lead to big change.—
Melanie Schild,
Forbes.com,
21 July 2025
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Send ideas and tips to [email protected].—
Arlyssa D. Becenti,
AZCentral.com,
21 July 2025
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Best Dressed Vogue Daily newsletter Get the latest fashion stories, style, and tips, handpicked for you, every day.—
Christian Allaire,
Vogue,
20 July 2025
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Exploring a new city, trying new cuisines, and touring museums are the undeniable benefits of travel, but there is a sneaky perk that fashion writers like me can’t overlook.—
Rachel Trujillo,
People.com,
23 July 2025
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Each ticket tier comes with a few more perks — at a cost, of course.—
Maia Pandey,
jsonline.com,
23 July 2025
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The challenge has pivoted into a nationwide fundraiser for St. Jude Hospital, and the couple celebrated $4 million donations during their stay in Michigan.—
Sarah Moore,
Freep.com,
14 July 2025
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As of Sunday evening, the GoFundMe has taken off, raising more than $151,000 across 4,800 donations.—
Mandy Taheri,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 July 2025
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Radiologists remain salaried employees with pensions and protections.—
Sindhya Valloppillil,
Forbes.com,
23 July 2025
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Over 90% of the department's budget makes up personnel costs, including wages, benefits and pension contributions.—
Lillian Metzmeier,
The Courier-Journal,
22 July 2025
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“Bonus.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bonus. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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