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something given in recognition of achievement
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Recent Examples of premiums
Those attacks also caused brief but noticeable spikes in crude prices because of the higher risk premiums.
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Tim Lister, CNN Money, 29 Mar. 2026
Furthermore, the global energy supply chain is rapidly degrading into a toll booth regime at the Strait of Hormuz, transforming historically open transit routes into hostile zones where safe passage demands political concessions or massive risk premiums.
—Siddharth Misra, Fortune, 28 Mar. 2026
Nearly nine in 10 expect cuts to mean higher premiums and fewer benefits.
—Joe Hardy, Boston Herald, 28 Mar. 2026
If a conversion triggers IRMAA surcharges that persist across multiple years, and the Roth balance is not large enough or held long enough for tax-free growth to outweigh those extra premiums, the math may not work in your favor.
—Allison Palmer, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 Mar. 2026
According to one estimate, premiums for an Illinois family of four earning $64,000 annually were set to rise nearly $2,500 this year — an increase of more than 200%.
—Barbara Hoare, Chicago Tribune, 26 Mar. 2026
Wage premiums for expat bankers narrowed as glamourous lifestyles, tax-free salaries, and decent education made the region seem less like a hardship posting and more like a career-boosting financial playground.
—Matthew Martin, semafor.com, 26 Mar. 2026
At first blush, the idea of lower roof insurance premiums sounds fantastic.
—Jeff Lazerson, Oc Register, 26 Mar. 2026
In January, for example, standard Medicare Part B premiums rose from $185 per month to almost $203.
—Sam Whitehead, USA Today, 22 Mar. 2026
Tim Lister, CNN Money, 29 Mar. 2026
Furthermore, the global energy supply chain is rapidly degrading into a toll booth regime at the Strait of Hormuz, transforming historically open transit routes into hostile zones where safe passage demands political concessions or massive risk premiums.
—Siddharth Misra, Fortune, 28 Mar. 2026
Nearly nine in 10 expect cuts to mean higher premiums and fewer benefits.
—Joe Hardy, Boston Herald, 28 Mar. 2026
If a conversion triggers IRMAA surcharges that persist across multiple years, and the Roth balance is not large enough or held long enough for tax-free growth to outweigh those extra premiums, the math may not work in your favor.
—Allison Palmer, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 Mar. 2026
According to one estimate, premiums for an Illinois family of four earning $64,000 annually were set to rise nearly $2,500 this year — an increase of more than 200%.
—Barbara Hoare, Chicago Tribune, 26 Mar. 2026
Wage premiums for expat bankers narrowed as glamourous lifestyles, tax-free salaries, and decent education made the region seem less like a hardship posting and more like a career-boosting financial playground.
—Matthew Martin, semafor.com, 26 Mar. 2026
At first blush, the idea of lower roof insurance premiums sounds fantastic.
—Jeff Lazerson, Oc Register, 26 Mar. 2026
In January, for example, standard Medicare Part B premiums rose from $185 per month to almost $203.
—Sam Whitehead, USA Today, 22 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for premiums
Noun
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The pool won't win awards for its size or view, but the fragrance from the nearby frangipani trees and cool water is a welcome relief from the hot temperatures.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
31 Mar. 2026
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At the International Skating Union's end-of-year awards, all of the top skaters from the World Championships attended, taking photos on the red carpet before heading into the venue to see who would win awards at the ceremony.—
Tyler Erzberger,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Mar. 2026
Noun
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In no event will Sponsor be responsible for awarding more than the number of prizes specified in these rules.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 Apr. 2026
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Fans can visit the booth to tackle a larger-than-life edition of the puzzle, with a chance to win special prizes.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
31 Mar. 2026
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Machado went on to enjoy a long career in avant-garde theater, garnering accolades for his striking and magnetic stage presence, despite his modest claims otherwise.—
News Desk,
Artforum,
30 Mar. 2026
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The three-time MVP cannot miss two more games, or he’ll be disqualified for individual accolades such as MVP and All-NBA teams.—
Bennett Durando,
Denver Post,
26 Mar. 2026
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In addition, three Sandburg students earned top individual honors as All-SWSC Leaders.—
Melinda Moore,
Chicago Tribune,
1 Apr. 2026
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Screenplay competition honors include the AMC One-Hour Pilot Award, The Donners’ Company Screenwriting Award, Enderby Entertainment Award and the Roadmap Writers Representation Fellowship, among others spanning comedy, animation and genre storytelling.—
Kennedy French,
Variety,
1 Apr. 2026
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