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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 three position players who netted seven-figure bonuses are no longer in the organization, while Lizarraga’s development has stalled in the upper levels.—
Jeff Sanders,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 Jan. 2026
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Smaller designers that are owed money by Saks Global are already cutting bonuses for their employees, laying off workers or, in the extreme, preparing to file for bankruptcy themselves, according to sources.—
Evan Clark,
Footwear News,
14 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
Noun
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Sign up for our free daily newsletter for the latest decor ideas, designer tips, and more!—
Kristin Hohenadel,
The Spruce,
16 Jan. 2026
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Safety, wild animal management tips Here are a few things to keep in mind about safety and humane hazing when encountering wildlife, according to experts.—
Elissa Jorgensen,
Dallas Morning News,
15 Jan. 2026
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The perks of life out here hadn’t grown on Marner just yet.—
Jonas Siegel,
New York Times,
14 Jan. 2026
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Both types of juice have potential perks and drawbacks.—
Kelly Burch Published,
Verywell Health,
14 Jan. 2026
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Several men have since recalled enjoying Short’s company, taking her on dates, and offering her gifts.—
Alex Gurley,
PEOPLE,
15 Jan. 2026
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Now imagine a world where everyone yearned—not through dramatic declarations of love or extravagant gifts, but simply by being honest from the start.—
Jenna Ryu,
SELF,
14 Jan. 2026
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Restaurants pay tipped workers a base wage that, when combined with gratuities, must meet or exceed the full minimum wage.—
Andrew Rigie,
New York Daily News,
2 Jan. 2026
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The 12-day trip starts at $12,769 per person, which includes two nights of hotel accommodation in each city, excursions, meals, and all gratuities.—
Lydia Price,
Travel + Leisure,
3 Dec. 2025
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“Perquisites.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/perquisites. Accessed 17 Jan. 2026.
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