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as in bonuses
a small sum of money given for a service over and above what is due
give the movers a perquisite if they do a good job
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as in dividends
something given in addition to what is ordinarily expected or owed
the use of a company car is one perquisite of the job
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Recent Examples of perquisites
The pay package would also include nearly $538 million in equity and $44 million in perquisites and benefits.
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Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 17 Dec. 2025
Barber characterized the shift as a significant reversal from the cost-cutting approach that has dominated executive benefits and perquisites since the early 2000s and the 2008 financial crisis.
—Amanda Gerut, Fortune, 21 Oct. 2025
Such blatant grabs by the state send a clear signal to those who are tempted to think that the perquisites of Russian elite status—money and businesses—belong exclusively to them.
—Andrei Kolesnikov, Foreign Affairs, 8 Sep. 2025
Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 17 Dec. 2025
Barber characterized the shift as a significant reversal from the cost-cutting approach that has dominated executive benefits and perquisites since the early 2000s and the 2008 financial crisis.
—Amanda Gerut, Fortune, 21 Oct. 2025
Such blatant grabs by the state send a clear signal to those who are tempted to think that the perquisites of Russian elite status—money and businesses—belong exclusively to them.
—Andrei Kolesnikov, Foreign Affairs, 8 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for perquisites
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The airline is looking to incentivize its pilots with bonuses to cut down on their aircraft’s fuel consumption from next year.—
Ian King,
CNBC,
1 Apr. 2026
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The cast of Netflix’s YA comedy XO, Kitty also tried renegotiating after Season 2 but received nominal bonuses instead, sources said.—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
1 Apr. 2026
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There are many kinds of 1099s, covering income from interest, dividends and other sources.—
Daniel de Visé,
USA Today,
30 Mar. 2026
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Combining dividends with small- and medium-cap stocks could turn into a winning strategy for investors focusing on quality names.—
Michelle Fox,
CNBC,
25 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Watch this video for tips on finding age-appropriate books for kids.—
Cody Godwin,
USA Today,
2 Apr. 2026
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Prevention tips While some risk factors, like age and family history, can’t be controlled, Muddasani said certain lifestyle changes can reduce the chance of colorectal cancers.—
Melissa Rudy,
FOXNews.com,
1 Apr. 2026
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Miller will make nearly twice as much as White in base compensation ($900,000 his first year, compared to $500,000 for White) and has all sorts of incentives and perks.—
Scott Fowler,
Charlotte Observer,
2 Apr. 2026
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Heering emphasized that condo owners aren’t asking for unearned perks.—
Don Stacom,
Hartford Courant,
1 Apr. 2026
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For the third game in a row, Towns — a six-time All-Star specifically for his scoring gifts — was invisible on offense in the first half before imposing his will over the second two quarters as the Knicks attempted to punch themselves back into a game.—
Kristian Winfield,
New York Daily News,
1 Apr. 2026
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Save that extra cash for gifts.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 Apr. 2026
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An Indiana state bill addressing gratuities that was drafted in response to the bribery case against former Portage Mayor James Snyder was amended and approved in the Senate to remove all language pertaining to gratuities.—
Alexandra Kukulka,
Chicago Tribune,
25 Feb. 2026
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Many cruise lines offer perks and discounts that go far beyond the basics, such as elevated dining experiences, unlimited drinks, Wi-Fi, gratuities, and, in some cases, pre- and post-cruise hotels and/or airfare.—
Lauren Dana Ellman,
Travel + Leisure,
21 Feb. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Perquisites.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/perquisites. Accessed 3 Apr. 2026.
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