bonuses

noun

plural of bonus
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 An ordinance funnels that 1% into school employee bonuses, which topped $50,000 for some local teachers, according to Meta. — Sydney Lake, Fortune, 13 July 2026 Bilt is an excellent program for earning rewards on housing payments and frequently offers incredible transfer bonuses through its monthly Rent Day promotion. — Jason Stauffer, CNBC, 13 July 2026 The monitor found Fain's retaliation was partly due to the vice president's refusal to approve bonuses at a training center where Fain's fiancee works. — Liam Rappleye, Freep.com, 12 July 2026 Those points had reached players partly through pre-order bonuses, with Standard Edition buyers getting Dynasty Coach Points and Road to Glory Skill Points on top of anything purchased directly, as laid out in the pre-launch details. — Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 11 July 2026 Here’s a look at the 10 best value deals on the Dolphins factoring in base salaries, signing bonuses and roster bonuses. — Omar Kelly july 9, Miami Herald, 9 July 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bonuses
  1. dividends
  2. perks
  3. gifts
  4. contributions
  5. tips
Noun
  • Over the past decade, the Idaho Lottery has returned increasing dividends nearly every year.
    — Becca Savransky, Idaho Statesman, 16 July 2026
  • However, dividends, interest, and capital gains may be subject to taxes.
    — Elizabeth Gravier,Dan Avery, CNBC, 16 July 2026
Definition of dividends
Noun
  • The club also has a robust membership program, with 880,000 paying participants; a standard membership starts at $25 annually and offers discounts and other perks.
    — Justin Birnbaum, Sportico.com, 13 July 2026
  • Hiking and walking deliver similar health benefits and even stronger social perks without the same physical or financial ask.
    — Hanna Wickes, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 July 2026
Definition of perks
Noun
  • The lawsuit recruiters came to their town bearing gifts, several residents told The Times.
    — Rebecca Ellis, Los Angeles Times, 12 July 2026
  • Both ideas were kind of expensive, so the three of us agreed to split the costs of both gifts.
    — Judith Martin, Sun Sentinel, 11 July 2026
Definition of gifts
Noun
  • The Venice Film Festival’s immersive sidebar celebrates its 10th anniversary this year with a selection of projects, including titles featuring contributions by high-profile names such as Margot Robbie and Omar Sy.
    — Zac Ntim, Deadline, 15 July 2026
  • Some respondents have opted to reduce their plan contributions or borrow from their 401(k)s to meet other financial goals, such as reducing debt, paying for emergency expenses or keeping up with rising living costs, according to the results.
    — Lorie Konish, CNBC, 15 July 2026
Definition of contributions
Noun
  • Now, a far stranger culture has arrived, one that speaks fluent English and thinks in linear algebra, and our preparation consists of prompt tips on LinkedIn and a terms-of-service checkbox nobody reads.
    — Jason Snyder, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026
  • Jessica Barlow, Kaiser Permanente doctor of Emergency Medicine, provided the Sacramento Bee with the best ways to keep cool at the fair and tips to avoid heat exhaustion.
    — Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado Updated July 17, Sacbee.com, 17 July 2026
Definition of tips

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