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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
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.
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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
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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Bet just $5 on one of tonight's NBA games and get the bonuses if your initial bet settles as a win.—
Tyler Everett,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Nov. 2025
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Arena employees are also allegedly hurt by the Stars, who are portrayed as vetoing annual bonuses.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
3 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Advertisement Climate finance that supports agriculture delivers triple dividends for mitigation, adaptation, and food security.—
Kaveh Zahedi,
Time,
3 Nov. 2025
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Management's net cash-neutral strategy provides confidence that free cash flow will continue to fund dividends and buybacks.—
Zev Fima,
CNBC,
31 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Otherwise, keep an eye out for additional care tips from the manufacturer's instructions for your specific robovac.—
Terri Williams,
Architectural Digest,
3 Nov. 2025
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The police chief began to field tips about simian sightings as far away as Florida.—
Ava Kofman,
New Yorker,
3 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Como Parrot Cay is also an American Express Fine Hotels and Resorts property, which gets card members complimentary daily breakfast for two and a $100 resort credit, among other perks.—
Jacqui Gifford,
Travel + Leisure,
31 Oct. 2025
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Our expert take The American Express Platinum Card® is a premium card loaded with annual statement credits, entertainment benefits, extensive airport lounge access, elite status perks and more.—
Lori Zaino,
CNBC,
31 Oct. 2025
Noun
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There are a lot of options when looking for gifts for 7-year-olds, but some of my favorites include the viral Wall Crawler Gecko, the Bop It, and a scary-cool blind box doll set.—
Anja Webb,
Parents,
6 Nov. 2025
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Before the busy holiday season is in full swing, shop the 50 best holiday gifts at Amazon.—
Isabel Garcia,
PEOPLE,
6 Nov. 2025
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Some hotels explicitly prohibit such gratuities, with employees risking termination if caught accepting them.—
Sydney Lake,
Fortune,
5 Nov. 2025
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Unless expressly stated, transportation, ground transfers, meals, gratuities, incidentals, resort or facility fees, security deposits, and all other expenses are the sole responsibility of the winner.—
Vogue,
Vogue,
13 Oct. 2025
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“Perquisites.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/perquisites. Accessed 7 Nov. 2025.
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