back pay

noun

: money that is owed to a worker from an earlier time

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This occurred as key elements in the back pay and revenue share prioritized the aforementioned sports based on many of the Power Four institutions stated best practices. Allison Smith, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2025 Fox is seeking back pay, as well as any compensatory and punitive damages to be decided by a jury. Kimberlee Speakman, People.com, 15 Aug. 2025 The mayor added that his administration has in the last two years budgeted for the back pay included in the contract. Jake Sheridan, Chicago Tribune, 12 Aug. 2025 Meanwhile, two other former employees are seeking back pay in ongoing cases. Justin Wingerter, Denver Post, 12 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for back pay

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“Back pay.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/back%20pay. Accessed 8 Sep. 2025.

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