as in contributions
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 pensions
After a multi-year push by labor unions, San Diego County has become the first county in California to implement a controversial pension plan that allows some staff to collect their salaries and pensions at the same time.
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Lucas Robinson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Jan. 2026
The union said the wealthiest hospital systems in the city are refusing to compromise on issues like pay raises, safe staffing levels, full health care coverage, pensions and workplace protections against violence.
—Christina Fan, CBS News, 12 Jan. 2026
Many employees with lower salaries and shorter tenures in state government have lower pensions, including thousands that are less than $10,000 per year.
—Christopher Keating, Hartford Courant, 11 Jan. 2026
Threatening retirees’ ranks and pensions, which took a lifetime to earn, has a chilling effect.
—Michael Szalma, The Orlando Sentinel, 10 Jan. 2026
The other Democratic lawmakers in the video aren’t drawing military pensions, so are not subject to the military code of justice.
—Adam Serwer, The Atlantic, 7 Jan. 2026
But who would steal billions of pounds of ordinary people’s pensions and why?
—Mckinley Franklin, HollywoodReporter, 7 Jan. 2026
The show depicts the fallout after thieves hold the office workers hostage and steal billions of pounds from people's pensions.
—Rachel Choy, Refinery29, 5 Jan. 2026
The Netherlands is overhauling its pensions to adapt to an aging population and a labor market where people no longer remain with the same employer for their entire working lives.
—Sarah Jacob, Bloomberg, 2 Jan. 2026
Lucas Robinson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Jan. 2026
The union said the wealthiest hospital systems in the city are refusing to compromise on issues like pay raises, safe staffing levels, full health care coverage, pensions and workplace protections against violence.
—Christina Fan, CBS News, 12 Jan. 2026
Many employees with lower salaries and shorter tenures in state government have lower pensions, including thousands that are less than $10,000 per year.
—Christopher Keating, Hartford Courant, 11 Jan. 2026
Threatening retirees’ ranks and pensions, which took a lifetime to earn, has a chilling effect.
—Michael Szalma, The Orlando Sentinel, 10 Jan. 2026
The other Democratic lawmakers in the video aren’t drawing military pensions, so are not subject to the military code of justice.
—Adam Serwer, The Atlantic, 7 Jan. 2026
But who would steal billions of pounds of ordinary people’s pensions and why?
—Mckinley Franklin, HollywoodReporter, 7 Jan. 2026
The show depicts the fallout after thieves hold the office workers hostage and steal billions of pounds from people's pensions.
—Rachel Choy, Refinery29, 5 Jan. 2026
The Netherlands is overhauling its pensions to adapt to an aging population and a labor market where people no longer remain with the same employer for their entire working lives.
—Sarah Jacob, Bloomberg, 2 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pensions
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Unlike the first quarter, Winchester moved the ball, received contributions from five different scorers, and outscored Burlington by 10 to take the lead, 31-25, at the midway point.—
Justin Barrasso,
Boston Herald,
21 Jan. 2026
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In 2017, she was appointed an Officer of the Order of the British Empire for her contributions to the fashion industry.—
Edward Segarra,
USA Today,
20 Jan. 2026
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Schools would become responsible for paying wages, benefits, and workers' compensation.—
ANDREW DESTIN,
Arkansas Online,
10 Jan. 2026
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But propagating roses in winter has major benefits, too—especially for hardwood cuttings which can be difficult to root during the growing season.—
Lauren Landers,
The Spruce,
10 Jan. 2026
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Pottery Barn Cozy Retreat Robe A soft robe is one of those gifts that makes everyday routines feel a little more indulgent.—
Toni Sutton,
PEOPLE,
22 Jan. 2026
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Either way, below you’ll find the best non-cheesy Valentine’s gifts for men with great taste (or the potential to develop it).—
Irene Richardson,
InStyle,
21 Jan. 2026
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After the campaign collected $1,503,533 from more than 38,500 donations, the organizers posted a note thanking contributors for their generosity.—
Michael Loria,
USA Today,
11 Jan. 2026
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Community members can support the campaign through tax-deductible donations administered by the El Dorado Community Foundation, rounding up purchases at the register, or settling membership equity balances.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
11 Jan. 2026
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Investments in brokerage accounts incur annual taxes on income, such as dividends and capital gains.—
Sharon Epperson,
CNBC,
12 Jan. 2026
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It’s also been suggested that the dividends arrive in a form other than a check.—
Addy Bink,
The Hill,
12 Jan. 2026
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The adjustment moves the department to first place on paper, though Martinez noted most officers don’t receive the full compensation package because more than 60% have eight years or less experience and don’t qualify for longevity pay bonuses.—
Walker Armstrong,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
22 Jan. 2026
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Current rates for the job range from $115-$185 an hour with the potential for bonuses at the end of the season.—
Brandon Truitt,
CBS News,
22 Jan. 2026
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Immersive multimedia displays and live presentations by experts will have your family observing the skies in a whole new way.—
Josh Roberts,
USA Today,
8 Jan. 2026
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The White House expects to make its final presentations to the Commission of Fine Arts in February, and to the National Capitol Planning Commission in March, and will submit its final plan for the project by the end of January, a White House official told ABC News.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
8 Jan. 2026
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“Pensions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pensions. Accessed 23 Jan. 2026.
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