lump sum
noun
: an amount of money that is paid at one time : a single sum of money
The bonus is paid out in a lump sum.
take their winnings as a lump-sum payment
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Households with a $465,000 lump sum would be able to withdraw $18,600 in their first year of retirement.
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Greg Iacurci, CNBC, 4 May 2026
In a financial environment where nothing feels certain, the ability to convert a lump sum of savings into a predictable monthly check — one that doesn't fluctuate based on what the market is doing — carries real value.
—Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 1 May 2026
After years making other kinds of headlines in their community, their split is now playing out publicly as Mike fights to have the court enforce the couple’s prenuptial agreement, which would pay Constance a lump sum of $1 million.
—David Chiu, PEOPLE, 16 Apr. 2026
The city did not immediately respond to questions about the types of money included in the lump sum payment category.
—Eleanor Nash, Kansas City Star, 15 Apr. 2026
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Greg Iacurci, CNBC, 4 May 2026
In a financial environment where nothing feels certain, the ability to convert a lump sum of savings into a predictable monthly check — one that doesn't fluctuate based on what the market is doing — carries real value.
—Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 1 May 2026
After years making other kinds of headlines in their community, their split is now playing out publicly as Mike fights to have the court enforce the couple’s prenuptial agreement, which would pay Constance a lump sum of $1 million.
—David Chiu, PEOPLE, 16 Apr. 2026
The city did not immediately respond to questions about the types of money included in the lump sum payment category.
—Eleanor Nash, Kansas City Star, 15 Apr. 2026
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“Lump sum.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lump%20sum. Accessed 11 May. 2026.
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