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as in rewards
something offered or given in return for a service performed
a bounty was offered for information leading to the capture of the criminal
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as in yields
the total amount collected or obtained especially at one time
the record-breaking bounty from this year's corn harvest
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Recent Examples of bounties
Maduro’s most powerful deputies, including Interior Minister Diosdado Cabello and Defense Minister Vladimir Padrino, are still doing their jobs, despite the $25 million and $15 million bounties placed by the US government on their heads.
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Flora Charner, CNN Money, 10 Jan. 2026
Plenty of clubs, Chelsea perhaps foremost, have spent small bounties of their own on changing their manager or head coach.
—Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 9 Jan. 2026
Coyotes had been in LA for decades, only attracting passing notice; as far back as 1938 the city government paid bounties on 650 coyotes the first year bounties were offered.
—Literary Hub, 8 Jan. 2026
Several other former Hong Kong pro-democracy leaders have similar bounties on their heads.
—Ramy Inocencio, CBS News, 11 Dec. 2025
Who cares that Grand Theft Auto 6 slipped from 2025 into 2026 (and then further) when such bounties are readily available right now.
—Lewis Gordon, Vulture, 3 Dec. 2025
Jango Fett's Firespray ship, which later became Boba Fett's, is dreaded by bounties across the Star Wars universe.
—Chris McMullen, Space.com, 29 Nov. 2025
An anti-Israel group's website is offering bounties of up to $100,000 for the murder of Israeli academics, according to reports.
—Brie Stimson, FOXNews.com, 23 Nov. 2025
What To Know A DHS review of Drug Enforcement Administration material said gangs operating in southwest Chicago neighborhoods, including Pilsen and Little Village, were presented with bounties to carry out assassinations of federal officers, according to the Washington Examiner.
—Billal Rahman, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Oct. 2025
Flora Charner, CNN Money, 10 Jan. 2026
Plenty of clubs, Chelsea perhaps foremost, have spent small bounties of their own on changing their manager or head coach.
—Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 9 Jan. 2026
Coyotes had been in LA for decades, only attracting passing notice; as far back as 1938 the city government paid bounties on 650 coyotes the first year bounties were offered.
—Literary Hub, 8 Jan. 2026
Several other former Hong Kong pro-democracy leaders have similar bounties on their heads.
—Ramy Inocencio, CBS News, 11 Dec. 2025
Who cares that Grand Theft Auto 6 slipped from 2025 into 2026 (and then further) when such bounties are readily available right now.
—Lewis Gordon, Vulture, 3 Dec. 2025
Jango Fett's Firespray ship, which later became Boba Fett's, is dreaded by bounties across the Star Wars universe.
—Chris McMullen, Space.com, 29 Nov. 2025
An anti-Israel group's website is offering bounties of up to $100,000 for the murder of Israeli academics, according to reports.
—Brie Stimson, FOXNews.com, 23 Nov. 2025
What To Know A DHS review of Drug Enforcement Administration material said gangs operating in southwest Chicago neighborhoods, including Pilsen and Little Village, were presented with bounties to carry out assassinations of federal officers, according to the Washington Examiner.
—Billal Rahman, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bounties
Noun
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But the data suggest that, for most people and most companies, the costs of mixing love and leadership are stark, and may exceed the rewards.—
Emily Nix,
Fortune,
9 Nov. 2025
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Foreign transaction fee None Credit needed Excellent/Good See rates/fees and rewards/benefits; terms apply.—
Harlan Vaughn,
CNBC,
8 Nov. 2025
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Jacobs cited the interest-rate environment, and expectations the Federal Reserve will lower rates again, as a reason to make income a major focus this year as the declining rates pressure yields on cash investments.—
Krysta Escobar,
CNBC,
10 Jan. 2026
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To make sure there’s sufficient demand among bond investors, Treasury yields must remain attractive relative to the competition.—
Jason Ma,
Fortune,
10 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Booming home prices spiked property-tax revenue too, and Levine Cava secured two tax rate cuts before winning reelection in 2024.—
Douglas Hanks,
Miami Herald,
7 Jan. 2026
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The company prides itself on its low prices, reliability, convenience, and superior customer service, according to its website.—
Washington Examiner Staff,
The Washington Examiner,
7 Jan. 2026
Noun
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From short hops to international hauls, economy seats to business cabins, frequent fliers know that comfort, preparedness, and a touch of strategy make all the difference between a smooth trip and a travel nightmare.—
Samantha Leal,
Travel + Leisure,
21 Dec. 2025
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Driving these strong hauls is the sale of premium large format tickets for screens like IMAX and Dolby, as well as 3D showings, which tend to be more expensive than regular tickets.—
Sarah Whitten,
CNBC,
19 Dec. 2025
Noun
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Featuring a knee-high cutoff and a moderate, chunky heel, this classic boot includes thoughtful bonuses like grippy soles for extra traction and noise resistance, an elastic-stretch opening for easy removal, and a water-resistant faux leather exterior that only requires the occasional spot clean.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 Jan. 2026
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Good news in the financial and tech sectors mean that end-of-year bonuses are expected to be high, an indicator that bodes well for the secondary wine market.—
Mike DeSimone,
Robb Report,
4 Jan. 2026
Noun
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The business partners dedicated the coffee shop's profits to help chip away at their employees' cost of living to help combat housing insecurity in the community.—
Everett Eaton,
jsonline.com,
7 Nov. 2025
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The profits from the nursing homes fueled his luxury cars, elegant homes and other extravagances, including, famously, a $360,000 watch.—
Kevin G. Hall,
Miami Herald,
7 Nov. 2025
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“Bounties.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bounties. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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