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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
Being part of Braddock’s family came with perquisites.
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Literary Hub, 20 May 2026
To become European champions, a team needs all the perquisites — ability, depth and money — but must possess perfect timing, too.
—Sebastian Stafford-Bloor, New York Times, 7 May 2026
That’s equity valued at $517 million, $34 million in in cash severance and perquisites worth $44 million.
—Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 30 Apr. 2026
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
Literary Hub, 20 May 2026
To become European champions, a team needs all the perquisites — ability, depth and money — but must possess perfect timing, too.
—Sebastian Stafford-Bloor, New York Times, 7 May 2026
That’s equity valued at $517 million, $34 million in in cash severance and perquisites worth $44 million.
—Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 30 Apr. 2026
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
Noun
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Wilson remained a significant earner, comfortably into five figures per week before bonuses.—
Jacob Tanswell,
New York Times,
10 June 2026
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For each of the past two school years, for example, CMS has spent $750,000 year on bonuses for especially effective high school math teachers.—
Rebecca Noel,
Charlotte Observer,
10 June 2026
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Catering to this underserved audience is clearly paying dividends.—
Kamal Ahmed,
Fortune,
15 June 2026
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Many unshortable companies stopped paying dividends, and Citadel trades that had involved paying for those dividends up front piled up losses.—
Gary Sernovitz,
New Yorker,
15 June 2026
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To ensure that peonies bloom to their full potential, here are peony expert recommendations for fertilizing peonies, as well as other tips to extend the blooming season of these gorgeous yet ephemeral flowers.—
Nadia Hassani,
The Spruce,
12 June 2026
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Here are some tips from infectious-disease and public-health experts about what to worry about, what not to worry about, and how to best protect yourself.—
Alice Park,
Time,
12 June 2026
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According to Stephen Ferrara and Clayton Orrigo of the Hudson Advisory Team at Compass, the firm handling sales, today’s buyers want more than just standard high-end perks.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
10 June 2026
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With perks like outdoor pools, private beach access, movies under the stars, and special programming for kids and teens, the top Florida beach resorts go above and beyond to ensure a perfect family vacation.—
Allison Tibaldi,
USA Today,
9 June 2026
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Vaccination is one of the greatest gifts humanity has ever given itself.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
11 June 2026
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The declaration, in honor of the billionaire philanthropist whose gifts boosted arts, science, education and cultural causes and more across Los Angeles for decades, marks a collaboration between the County of Los Angeles and the cities of Los Angeles, Santa Monica and Beverly Hills.—
Chris Gardner,
HollywoodReporter,
10 June 2026
Noun
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For some packages, the itinerary may include accommodations, tours and admission costs, transportation to and from the activities and some gratuities.—
Jasmin Suknanan,
CNBC,
8 June 2026
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Both restaurateurs said businesses should be careful not to make customers feel pressured into leaving gratuities.—
Peter Burke,
FOXNews.com,
6 June 2026
Cite this Entry
“Perquisites.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/perquisites. Accessed 16 Jun. 2026.
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