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an amount of money that a company or the government pays to a person who is old or sick and no longer works
Her pension arrives in the mail every month. retired people living on their pensions
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Recent Examples of pension
The state entered this fiscal year with more than $35 billion in unfunded pension liabilities.
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Keith M. Phaneuf, Hartford Courant, 3 July 2025
And since state law makes that pension payment the city’s obligation, CPS wasn’t required to pony up.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 2 July 2025
Would Indiana residents inherit Illinois’ pension obligations to its public employees?
—Hayleigh Colombo, IndyStar, 2 July 2025
After passing more laws that further increased pension promises without any financial offsetting, Illinois legislators acted in 2010.
—Jennifer Hochschild, Chicago Tribune, 27 June 2025
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Keith M. Phaneuf, Hartford Courant, 3 July 2025
And since state law makes that pension payment the city’s obligation, CPS wasn’t required to pony up.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 2 July 2025
Would Indiana residents inherit Illinois’ pension obligations to its public employees?
—Hayleigh Colombo, IndyStar, 2 July 2025
After passing more laws that further increased pension promises without any financial offsetting, Illinois legislators acted in 2010.
—Jennifer Hochschild, Chicago Tribune, 27 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pension
Noun
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Help post-grads see that even small contributions can lead to big change.—
Melanie Schild,
Forbes.com,
21 July 2025
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But a toddler’s contributions are often clumsy and, like the efforts of my Montessori preschoolers in September, may actually result in more work for the adult—so the adult shoos the child away.—
Christine Carrig,
The Atlantic,
21 July 2025
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For its 88th birthday, Krispy Kreme is giving customers a gift: a deal on a dozen doughnuts.—
Mike Snider,
USA Today,
19 July 2025
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Products to choose from include books, apparel, toys, candy, antiques, jewelry, gifts, accessories, flowers, games, home decor, popcorn and more.—
Jenna Prestininzi,
Freep.com,
19 July 2025
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Best practices include using a third-party, HIPAA-compliant benefits provider.—
Michelle Travis,
Forbes.com,
16 July 2025
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Adding Greek yogurt, nut butter, or protein powder to desserts can help satisfy cravings and provide health benefits.—
Lauren Panoff,
Verywell Health,
15 July 2025
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Corporate automation plus a $3+ trillion spending bender from Uncle Sam is a powerful recipe for higher stock prices and bigger dividends.—
Brett Owens,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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Citigroup raised its quarterly dividend to 60 cents per share from 56 cents on July 2, after the latest Federal Reserve stress tests.—
Jesse Pound,
CNBC,
15 July 2025
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The challenge has pivoted into a nationwide fundraiser for St. Jude Hospital, and the couple celebrated $4 million donations during their stay in Michigan.—
Sarah Moore,
Freep.com,
14 July 2025
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As of Sunday evening, the GoFundMe has taken off, raising more than $151,000 across 4,800 donations.—
Mandy Taheri,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 July 2025
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This elevates the dish, giving it both a unique and refined presentation.—
Noel Burgess,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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Some colors even have matching tops, such as this deep chocolate color with a matching blazer for a polished look suitable for work, presentations, and more.—
Jacquelyn Smith,
Parents,
12 July 2025
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Add herbs like rosemary or mint for a bonus fragrance and to incorporate more of your garden.—
Lauren Thomann,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 July 2025
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The second bonus is $1 million if Burns appears in more than 70 games in 2025-26, and averages more than 23 minutes of ice time.—
Carol Schram,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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Initially offering to split it three ways due to an automatic gratuity policy for large parties, Stewart was met with increasingly unreasonable requests, culminating in a demand for nine individual checks.—
Maria Morava,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 July 2025
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Prices start at $99 per adult and $50 per child, plus tax and gratuity.—
Ana Gutierrez,
Austin American Statesman,
2 July 2025
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“Pension.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pension. Accessed 25 Jul. 2025.
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