as in bonus
something given in addition to what is ordinarily expected or owed
the new tax law offers a real gravy train to certain categories of investors
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Recent Examples of gravy train
However, if the U.S. government continues subsidizing nuclear technologies without regard to proliferation risk, then the plutonium entrepreneurs will keep hopping on that gravy train.
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Alan J. Kuperman, Scientific American, 30 July 2025
Predictably, green-energy advocates, recognizing that their government gravy train is losing a few cars, are already sounding the alarm.
—Andrew Follett, National Review, 20 July 2025
This just-okay kids’ film — the sort trying to capitalize on the Harry Potter gravy train way after the fact — is set in the 1950s as a boy, Lewis (Owen Vaccaro), is sent to live with his eccentric uncle Jonathan (Jack Black) after his parents’ tragic death.
—Tim Grierson, Vulture, 15 Mar. 2025
The city of Miami is one of the worst examples of how the gravy train works.
—Linda Robertson, Miami Herald, 26 Jan. 2025
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Alan J. Kuperman, Scientific American, 30 July 2025
Predictably, green-energy advocates, recognizing that their government gravy train is losing a few cars, are already sounding the alarm.
—Andrew Follett, National Review, 20 July 2025
This just-okay kids’ film — the sort trying to capitalize on the Harry Potter gravy train way after the fact — is set in the 1950s as a boy, Lewis (Owen Vaccaro), is sent to live with his eccentric uncle Jonathan (Jack Black) after his parents’ tragic death.
—Tim Grierson, Vulture, 15 Mar. 2025
The city of Miami is one of the worst examples of how the gravy train works.
—Linda Robertson, Miami Herald, 26 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for gravy train
Noun
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As a bonus, macroscopes can also be aesthetically pleasing and fun to experience.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
27 Oct. 2025
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No box spring needed and there’s bonus storage space underneath.—
Nora Colomer
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FOXNews.com,
27 Oct. 2025
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The dividends, naturally, ebb and flow alongside the success of the company.—
Maggie Menderski,
Louisville Courier Journal,
26 Oct. 2025
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Comfort Systems — The HVAC stock surged more than 18% following a better-than-expected third-quarter earnings report and a dividend increase.—
Yun Li,
CNBC,
24 Oct. 2025
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The city has a wealth of outdoor activities and arts and cultural events, according to the Wisconsin Department of Tourism, including downhill skiing at the Granite Peak Ski Area, cross-country skiing, the annual Art World craft and gift festival, and more.—
Katie Nadworny,
Travel + Leisure,
22 Oct. 2025
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The Perfect Gift for Coffee Aficionados Beyond improving your own morning routine, Gaines’ vanilla sugar blend is also a thoughtful gift.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
22 Oct. 2025
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Ranked as the 24th wealthiest family in America, their contributions to Louisville are estimated to be over $1 billion.—
Maggie Menderski,
Louisville Courier Journal,
26 Oct. 2025
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The men’s golf club also joined in, spreading the word and encouraging contributions for a chance to win the donated driver.—
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 Oct. 2025
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After over 100 tips, authorities cleared Wagner of any wrongdoing in 2022, saying all leads had been exhausted, but the case remains open.—
Skyler Trepel,
PEOPLE,
28 Oct. 2025
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Masked trio threatens homeowners in horrifying video McGuire said investigators received numerous tips after the story garnered national attention, and later contacted one of the suspects, an adult female, who confessed to her role and that of other family members in the case.—
Natalie Neysa Alund,
USA Today,
27 Oct. 2025
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Federal investigation reveals wide criminal net Browse the website of Chen’s Prince Group, and the company’s public image is one of charitable endeavors, business accolades and awards for corporate social responsibility initiatives, large donations to anti-Covid efforts, and education programs.—
Helen Regan,
CNN Money,
25 Oct. 2025
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Preservation efforts succeeded in the 1990s, with the establishment of the Falls of the Ohio State Park and the millions of dollars raised from private donations and public funds.—
Leo Bertucci,
Louisville Courier Journal,
25 Oct. 2025
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