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
Innovation Brewing keeps 32 brews on tap—and a bonus housemade ginger ale—while Balsam Falls Brewing Co. is the perfect place to satiate your appetite for food and beer.
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Jennifer Prince, Southern Living, 20 Apr. 2025
Packed with bonus tracks, new and old remixes and collaborations, instrumentals, a capella takes and live recordings, the two-disc vinyl suite will drop via Def Jam Records/UMe on May 30.
—Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 18 Apr. 2025
In a regulatory filing on Thursday, Lionsgate disclosed that as of April the exec will receive an annual base salary of $1,200,000 with a target annual bonus that’s 85 percent of his base salary.
—Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 10 Apr. 2025
As a bonus for new members, the travel bundle also comes with three months of unlimited streaming access to Pvolve’s library of over 1,500 classes.
—Maggie Ryan, Flow Space, 10 Apr. 2025
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Jennifer Prince, Southern Living, 20 Apr. 2025
Packed with bonus tracks, new and old remixes and collaborations, instrumentals, a capella takes and live recordings, the two-disc vinyl suite will drop via Def Jam Records/UMe on May 30.
—Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 18 Apr. 2025
In a regulatory filing on Thursday, Lionsgate disclosed that as of April the exec will receive an annual base salary of $1,200,000 with a target annual bonus that’s 85 percent of his base salary.
—Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 10 Apr. 2025
As a bonus for new members, the travel bundle also comes with three months of unlimited streaming access to Pvolve’s library of over 1,500 classes.
—Maggie Ryan, Flow Space, 10 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bonus
Noun
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These assets produce a revenue stream, typically from dividends, interest and realized capital gains.—
Todd L. Ely,
The Conversation,
24 Apr. 2025
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Under the income test, a foreign corporation qualifies as a PFIC if 75% or more of its gross income in a tax year originates from passive income (e.g., interest, dividends, etc.).—
Matthew Roberts,
Forbes.com,
23 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Absent legislative action, the estate and gift tax exemption will revert to approximately $7 million per person in 2026 (down from nearly $14 million in 2025).—
Matthew F. Erskine,
Forbes.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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Officials cannot use funds to contribute to or support nonprofit organizations, for political activities or gifts of public funds.—
Tammy Murga,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
13 Apr. 2025
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While Samsung and Google will throw in some freebies, store credit or access to subscription services, Amazon’s no-thrill deals involve the device with no extras.—
Janhoi McGregor,
Forbes.com,
11 Apr. 2025
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Professional Background Professional background extras know how to portray everyday things like busy New Yorkers walking down the street, posh guests at a cocktail party, or workers to board a bus.—
Chris O'Falt,
IndieWire,
10 Apr. 2025
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Dwight, a former U.S. Air Force captain, subsequently became a sculptor well known for his contributions to art and history.—
Samantha Mathewson,
Space.com,
13 Apr. 2025
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If the money did go to political causes, the contributions could jeopardize the Hope Florida Foundation’s nonprofit status.—
Lawrence Mower,
Miami Herald,
12 Apr. 2025
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And in 1981, a tip from an Epidemic Intelligence Service officer serving in the Los Angeles County Health Department led to the first description of a new disease that would become the global epidemic of HIV-AIDS.—
Casey Luc,
The Conversation,
14 Apr. 2025
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After the attack, authorities received a tip from Balmer’s ex partner.—
Solcyré Burga,
Time,
14 Apr. 2025
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The resort is also part of the American Express Fine Hotels + Resorts portfolio, offering card members perks like a $100 resort credit, room upgrades upon arrival, and daily breakfast for two.—
Jalyn Robinson,
Travel + Leisure,
17 Apr. 2025
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The truth is that a paycheck, bonuses or perks only go so far.—
Marina Suholutsky,
Forbes.com,
17 Apr. 2025
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Over the past year, the project generated more than $200,000 for conservation efforts between streaming royalties and donations from individuals and institutions, according to UN Live.—
Claire Murashima,
NPR,
22 Apr. 2025
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Trump raised a record-breaking $239 million for his January inaugural events, with major donations from companies like Meta, Amazon and Nvidia but none from Musk or any of his companies.—
Josh Hammer,
MSNBC Newsweek,
21 Apr. 2025
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That depends on the current benefit received and the amount of the beneficiary's pension.—
Mike Snider,
USA Today,
19 Apr. 2025
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This includes $23 trillion in corporate stocks and mutual funds, $18.9 trillion in real estate, and significant holdings in pensions, private businesses, and other assets.—
Jack Kelly,
Forbes.com,
17 Apr. 2025
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“Bonus.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bonus. Accessed 27 Apr. 2025.
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