as in bonuses
something given in addition to what is ordinarily expected or owed
the reward money was an unexpected dividend for our good deed
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Recent Examples of dividends
In addition, the names have a high earnings certainty and a good track record of dividends, with a cut of less than once every four years.
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Michelle Fox, CNBC, 6 Apr. 2026
Counted income includes Social Security benefits, pension payments, IRA payments, property income, alimony, dividends, salary and wages.
—Medora Lee, USA Today, 5 Apr. 2026
The Rams develop players very well — consider the immediate dividends Nacua returned (105 catches as a rookie).
—Michael Salfino, New York Times, 2 Apr. 2026
Today, countries with demographic dividends such as Vietnam, with 70% of the population ages 15-64, have the opportunity for impressive growth rates.
—John Rennie Short, The Conversation, 31 Mar. 2026
But the Middle East that Russia spent two decades inserting itself into is being reshaped by forces Moscow can neither direct nor contain, and the long-term costs may outweigh the dividends.
—Joseph Epstein, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Mar. 2026
The dividends had been on display well before the right-handed-hitting Miranda drilled a ball off the base of the scoreboard at Hohokam Stadium on Friday.
—Jeff Sanders, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Mar. 2026
Many companies will also share a portion of their profits with investors through dividends.
—Steve Booren, Denver Post, 15 Mar. 2026
Its regulated structure, high margins, growing dividends, and domestic focus provide a cushion against many global market risks.
—Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
Michelle Fox, CNBC, 6 Apr. 2026
Counted income includes Social Security benefits, pension payments, IRA payments, property income, alimony, dividends, salary and wages.
—Medora Lee, USA Today, 5 Apr. 2026
The Rams develop players very well — consider the immediate dividends Nacua returned (105 catches as a rookie).
—Michael Salfino, New York Times, 2 Apr. 2026
Today, countries with demographic dividends such as Vietnam, with 70% of the population ages 15-64, have the opportunity for impressive growth rates.
—John Rennie Short, The Conversation, 31 Mar. 2026
But the Middle East that Russia spent two decades inserting itself into is being reshaped by forces Moscow can neither direct nor contain, and the long-term costs may outweigh the dividends.
—Joseph Epstein, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Mar. 2026
The dividends had been on display well before the right-handed-hitting Miranda drilled a ball off the base of the scoreboard at Hohokam Stadium on Friday.
—Jeff Sanders, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Mar. 2026
Many companies will also share a portion of their profits with investors through dividends.
—Steve Booren, Denver Post, 15 Mar. 2026
Its regulated structure, high margins, growing dividends, and domestic focus provide a cushion against many global market risks.
—Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for dividends
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The chip marketers and halter-top designers capture some of the productivity gains by getting raises and bonuses.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
8 Apr. 2026
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On-course earnings include prize money and bonuses, as well as annual payments some players received from LIV Golf.—
Justin Birnbaum,
Sportico.com,
8 Apr. 2026
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However, Alvarez’s workrate and defensive contributions do not seem to have suffered.—
Dermot Corrigan,
New York Times,
8 Apr. 2026
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This documentary celebrates the pivotal role of Black artistry in American culture, showcasing legendary performers such as The Supremes, James Brown, and Harry Belafonte, whose contributions transcended entertainment to drive social and cultural change.—
Brande Victorian,
HollywoodReporter,
7 Apr. 2026
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Memorial gifts may be sent to the Clemson University Foundation, the Frank and Sarah Gentry Endowment, at 220 Mandarin Center Drive, Clemson, SC 29634.—
Chase Jordan
April 9,
Charlotte Observer,
9 Apr. 2026
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Other gifts included a traditional Bedouin tent and tables, cushions and carpets that Epstein later set up on his island.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
8 Apr. 2026
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“Dividends.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dividends. Accessed 10 Apr. 2026.
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