as in bonus
something given in addition to what is ordinarily expected or owed
the salary's not great, but the perks make up for it
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Recent Examples of perk
This perk allows you to be reimbursed for expenses relating to the delay, like meals, clothing, toiletries and even lodging.
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David McMillin, CNBC, 15 Sep. 2025
Instead of toys, drone pilots can win perks such as new combat boots, electric kettles, or upgraded night-vision goggles.
—Ken Harbaugh, The Atlantic, 15 Sep. 2025
Ken’yaku, a commitment to frugality, is detectable in a corporate culture that frowns on perks or frills.
—Lauren Collins, New Yorker, 15 Sep. 2025
Outlandish perks and incentives have been withdrawn, and performance mandates have tightened.
—Phil Blair, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Sep. 2025
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David McMillin, CNBC, 15 Sep. 2025
Instead of toys, drone pilots can win perks such as new combat boots, electric kettles, or upgraded night-vision goggles.
—Ken Harbaugh, The Atlantic, 15 Sep. 2025
Ken’yaku, a commitment to frugality, is detectable in a corporate culture that frowns on perks or frills.
—Lauren Collins, New Yorker, 15 Sep. 2025
Outlandish perks and incentives have been withdrawn, and performance mandates have tightened.
—Phil Blair, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for perk
Noun
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The formula gets bonus points for not feeling sticky, not traveling or feathering, and smoothing out lip lines for a plump, pouty effect.—
Sophia Panych,
Allure,
16 Sep. 2025
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The major infusion of purse money and track improvements at Kentucky Downs has been a real bonus for the Thoroughbred racing circuit in Kentucky.—
Danny Brewer,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Stocks of 4 such companies that pay a dividend of greater than 3% are listed here.—
John Navin,
Forbes.com,
14 Sep. 2025
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The Tank Bigsby trade The Eagles’ acquisition of running back/kickoff returner Tank Bigsby could pay immediate dividends for the team with Will Shipley sidelined because of an oblique injury.—
Zach Berman,
New York Times,
13 Sep. 2025
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“Perk.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/perk. Accessed 17 Sep. 2025.
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