gratuities

plural of gratuity

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of gratuities Kuflik recommends high-end operators like Abercrombie & Kent, where guides, private transportation, entrance tickets, and even most gratuities are covered. — Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 11 Oct. 2026 Mainstream cruise lines automatically add gratuities to guests’ onboard accounts, but guests can adjust them before disembarkation. — Nathan Diller, USA Today, 1 Sep. 2026 Several passengers said the cruise line should simply build gratuities into the advertised fare, rather than charging them separately. — Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 30 July 2026 For example, only those tips that are voluntary are eligible for the deduction, meaning that mandatory gratuities and service fees charged at various places, including many restaurants, are excluded. — Tax Notes Staff, Forbes.com, 28 July 2026 Strengthen limitations on gifts and gratuities from vendors doing business with or seeking to do business with the district to board members and their families. — Maven Navarro, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 17 July 2026 Companies may not advertise prices that fail to disclose service, processing, or convenience fees, surcharges, and mandatory gratuities upfront. — Adam Harrington, CBS News, 25 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for gratuities
Noun
  • The bill delivered no tax on tips or overtime pay, and tax relief for seniors.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 29 Oct. 2026
  • The two designers have launched a collaboration featuring 18-karat yellow gold and diamond button studs and collar tips created for Savas’ signature Allen denim shirt, bringing together fine jewelry craftsmanship and American workwear.
    — Thomas Waller, Footwear News, 29 Oct. 2026
Noun
  • Salaries, bonuses and benefits are necessary for attracting and retaining employees, but they are frequently treated as administrative decisions rather than strategic ones.
    — Anthony Mastro, Forbes.com, 26 Oct. 2026
  • Incoming CFOs may forfeit equity awards or bonuses from their previous employers, prompting companies to offer cash or equity sign-on packages.
    — Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 26 Oct. 2026
Noun
  • Brides and others looking for luxury floral bouquets and gifts will be able to find them at a new floral shop that will open in Folsom.
    — Emma Hall, Sacbee.com, 24 Oct. 2026
  • According to experts, charities generally are not allowed to accept gifts with specific conditions, unless there is a justifiable reason.
    — Alene Tchekmedyian, Los Angeles Times, 23 Oct. 2026
Noun
  • Another measure imposes higher rates of 13% to 22% on income from interest, dividends and proceeds from selling property.
    — David McHugh, Los Angeles Times, 29 Oct. 2026
  • The chip manufacturer said an IPO could have helped fund Solidigm's expansion while providing greater financial flexibility for shareholder returns, including dividends, share buybacks and share cancellations.
    — Jenny Lee, CNBC, 23 Oct. 2026
Noun
  • That totals over $600 million, not including any cash severance, a tax benefit or other perquisites.
    — Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 9 Oct. 2026
  • Being part of Braddock’s family came with perquisites.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 20 May 2026

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“Gratuities.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gratuities. Accessed 31 Oct. 2026.

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