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 Scientific talent had started to return, drawn by generous lab funding and signing bonuses that could exceed a hundred and fifty thousand dollars. — Evan Osnos, New Yorker, 3 Aug. 2026 Certain business credit cards have absolutely huge welcome bonuses with equally massive spending requirements. — Jason Stauffer, CNBC, 3 Aug. 2026 All editions also benefit from pre-order bonuses that include open beta early access (on August 6), the Exfil weapon set, and Exfil Dom legendary character skin. — Fran Ruiz, Space.com, 2 Aug. 2026 After starring for Rapid Vienna, Sangare signed for RC Lens in Ligue 1 for €8million (including bonuses), with the Austrian club retaining a 10 to 15 per cent sell-on clause. — Tom Burrows, New York Times, 1 Aug. 2026 Exceptional performances led to $100,000 Performance of the Night bonuses for Medic, Urbina, Stirling, and Nina Milosevic, with other stoppage winners receiving $25,000. — Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026 Meanwhile, the number of troops who join each month has fallen to 27,000—the result of dwindling sign-up bonuses in some Russian regions and a growing awareness of the death count. — Alexander Gabuev, Foreign Affairs, 31 July 2026 Meanwhile, some colleges use NIL not for endorsement deals but as pay-for-play arrangements that work more like signing bonuses. — Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 27 July 2026 These bonuses are generally not viewed differently than ordinary income compensation in the eyes of the tax law. — Joshua Hong, Fortune, 23 July 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bonuses
  1. dividends
  2. perks
  3. gifts
  4. contributions
  5. tips
Noun
  • Companies use it to invest back in the business, pay down debt, and return some of it to their investors through dividends and stock buybacks.
    — Zev Fima, CNBC, 6 Aug. 2026
  • That could mean returning replacement shares or paying their current value, including dividends and other distributions that would have accrued.
    — Mark Lewyn, Baltimore Sun, 5 Aug. 2026
Definition of dividends
Noun
  • Save on outdoor gear with the latest Columbia coupon codes, seasonal sales, member perks, and sign-up discounts, including 15% off first purchases.
    — Preeti Shivani, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Aug. 2026
  • For sponsor-free episodes, subscribe to NPR+ Support public media with NPR+ and enjoy perks for over 25 podcasts like this one.
    — Darian Woods, NPR, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of perks
Noun
  • Reid’s constancy is one of the gifts that has led him to the pinnacle of the NFL as the fourth-winningest coach in league history.
    — Vahe Gregorian July 31, Kansas City Star, 31 July 2026
  • The couple received plenty of gifts from famous friends and family, including Love Is Blind hosts Vanessa and Nick Lachey.
    — Samantha Stutsman, PEOPLE, 31 July 2026
Definition of gifts
Noun
  • The Aurora Public Schools Foundation says community members can support the Educator Emporium by donating new school supplies or making financial contributions to help keep shelves stocked throughout the year.
    — Tori Mason, CBS News, 6 Aug. 2026
  • With consent from their families, contributions from deceased Wounaan colleagues included ancestral stories and recent writings.
    — Chenier Carpio Opua, The Conversation, 5 Aug. 2026
Definition of contributions
Noun
  • Fortunately, Forbes Travel Guide has uncorked some insider tips for sampling Napa’s finest wines, including joining a wine club and taking a local class.
    — Forbes.com, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026
  • Ahead, Vogue’s definitive guide to the best perfumes for women, along with expert tips on finding the perfect scent that feels uniquely yours.
    — Kiana Murden, Vogue, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of tips

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