as in dividends
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 bonuses
Last year, Lowe’s also gave $80 million in discretionary bonuses store managers and assistant managers.
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Charlotte Observer, 25 Feb. 2026
The remainder of his compensation came from vacation payouts, car allowances and bonuses.
—James Rainey, Los Angeles Times, 24 Feb. 2026
Members will also receive extended return benefits and birthday bonuses, and can donate rewards to select charitable organizations.
—David Moin, Footwear News, 24 Feb. 2026
Only 14% of employers offer higher base pay for AI-savvy workers, while 10% offer bonuses and 9% offer other types of long-term incentives, according to the report.
—Megan Cerullo, CBS News, 24 Feb. 2026
The developers used bonuses and transferable development rights to build with more floor area than typically permitted under city code.
—Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 23 Feb. 2026
Full-time jobs come with benefits and, sometimes, performance bonuses.
—Kathy Kristof, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Feb. 2026
Purchases eligible for multiple additional point bonuses will only receive the highest eligible bonus.
—Jasmin Suknanan, CNBC, 23 Feb. 2026
One problem is the increasingly expensive practice of offering large signing bonuses to Russians who agree to join the military, plus even bigger payouts if they are killed in action.
—Matthew Chance, CNN Money, 21 Feb. 2026
Charlotte Observer, 25 Feb. 2026
The remainder of his compensation came from vacation payouts, car allowances and bonuses.
—James Rainey, Los Angeles Times, 24 Feb. 2026
Members will also receive extended return benefits and birthday bonuses, and can donate rewards to select charitable organizations.
—David Moin, Footwear News, 24 Feb. 2026
Only 14% of employers offer higher base pay for AI-savvy workers, while 10% offer bonuses and 9% offer other types of long-term incentives, according to the report.
—Megan Cerullo, CBS News, 24 Feb. 2026
The developers used bonuses and transferable development rights to build with more floor area than typically permitted under city code.
—Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 23 Feb. 2026
Full-time jobs come with benefits and, sometimes, performance bonuses.
—Kathy Kristof, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Feb. 2026
Purchases eligible for multiple additional point bonuses will only receive the highest eligible bonus.
—Jasmin Suknanan, CNBC, 23 Feb. 2026
One problem is the increasingly expensive practice of offering large signing bonuses to Russians who agree to join the military, plus even bigger payouts if they are killed in action.
—Matthew Chance, CNN Money, 21 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bonuses
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For qualified people, the Individual Investors Act waives island and federal income taxes on dividends, interest, and capital gains for residents who live in Puerto Rico for at least 183 days of the year.—
Patricia Doherty,
Travel + Leisure,
22 Feb. 2026
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During market downturns, your account balance may dip even if dividends continue.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
19 Feb. 2026
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Daily stretching can improve circulation, enhance posture, and promote mental health, to name a few perks.—
Julia Ries Wexler,
Health,
25 Feb. 2026
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Airlines and hotels often push the idea of booking directly to secure better prices, greater flexibility, and exclusive perks.—
Lauren Dana Ellman,
Travel + Leisure,
25 Feb. 2026
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Habitat Home decor, locally made artisan items, one-of-a-kind gifts, ceramics, art, textiles, and more are stylishly displayed at this shop founded by a retired Marine.—
Patricia Doherty,
Travel + Leisure,
25 Feb. 2026
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All of those gifts were received prior to Epstein’s guilty plea in Florida in 2008 to charges of solicitation of prostitution with a minor, according to the university’s review of its Epstein connections.—
Peter Charalambous,
ABC News,
25 Feb. 2026
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The Presidential Medal of Freedom has previously been awarded to politicians, religious leaders, artists, fashion designers and others who have made significant contributions to American society.—
Seema Mehta,
Los Angeles Times,
25 Feb. 2026
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So, that was big (to have so many contributions).—
Tom Mulherin,
Boston Herald,
25 Feb. 2026
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Many reach for a small, flat brush with bristles that are denser at the base and finer at the tips—almost like a wide-tooth comb—to carve ultra-precise ridges that feel architectural yet delicate.—
Annie Blay-Tettey,
Allure,
27 Feb. 2026
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Garden experts will discuss design tips and assist you with creating your rain garden.—
Elaine Rewolinski,
jsonline.com,
27 Feb. 2026
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“Bonuses.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bonuses. Accessed 28 Feb. 2026.
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