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something given in recognition of achievement
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Recent Examples of premiums
Family premiums rose by 6%, or $1,408, in 2025 compared with the previous year, similar to the 7% in each of the previous two years.
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Kenneth R. Gosselin, Hartford Courant, 22 Feb. 2026
Insurance premiums and $50K SUVs blind Americans to the illnesses and accidents that never happen.
—Megan McArdle, Washington Post, 22 Feb. 2026
Typically, eligible certified staff must give four years’ notice before retirement to receive full health insurance and dental premiums from the Teachers’ Retirement System, district spokesman LeeAnn Betz said.
—Michelle Mullins, Chicago Tribune, 21 Feb. 2026
Homeowners across Florida are facing skyrocketing premiums or being dropped altogether.
—Yoca Arditi-Rocha, The Orlando Sentinel, 20 Feb. 2026
The rest comes from payroll taxes and the monthly premiums paid by enrollees, who number more than 66 million.
—Julie Appleby, CBS News, 19 Feb. 2026
And if younger and healthier people bail, that would leave an older, sicker population of enrollees who are more likely to require expensive care—which could force insurers to further hike premiums.
—The Week Us, TheWeek, 19 Feb. 2026
Currently, the proposal said, there may not be a significant difference if premiums are similar.
—Julie Appleby, Miami Herald, 15 Feb. 2026
Also last month, the federal government discontinued pandemic-era assistance that helped pay for health insurance, driving up insurance premiums for millions of families around the country, including many who are close to low-income.
—Andre Mouchard, Oc Register, 15 Feb. 2026
Kenneth R. Gosselin, Hartford Courant, 22 Feb. 2026
Insurance premiums and $50K SUVs blind Americans to the illnesses and accidents that never happen.
—Megan McArdle, Washington Post, 22 Feb. 2026
Typically, eligible certified staff must give four years’ notice before retirement to receive full health insurance and dental premiums from the Teachers’ Retirement System, district spokesman LeeAnn Betz said.
—Michelle Mullins, Chicago Tribune, 21 Feb. 2026
Homeowners across Florida are facing skyrocketing premiums or being dropped altogether.
—Yoca Arditi-Rocha, The Orlando Sentinel, 20 Feb. 2026
The rest comes from payroll taxes and the monthly premiums paid by enrollees, who number more than 66 million.
—Julie Appleby, CBS News, 19 Feb. 2026
And if younger and healthier people bail, that would leave an older, sicker population of enrollees who are more likely to require expensive care—which could force insurers to further hike premiums.
—The Week Us, TheWeek, 19 Feb. 2026
Currently, the proposal said, there may not be a significant difference if premiums are similar.
—Julie Appleby, Miami Herald, 15 Feb. 2026
Also last month, the federal government discontinued pandemic-era assistance that helped pay for health insurance, driving up insurance premiums for millions of families around the country, including many who are close to low-income.
—Andre Mouchard, Oc Register, 15 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for premiums
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Country Dick Montana Lifetime Achievement Award recipient when the 35th edition of the annual awards is held May 6 at Humphreys Concerts by the Bay.—
George Varga,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
24 Feb. 2026
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The couple had a subtle show of sartorial unity while attending the awards ceremony on Sunday.—
Rachel Burchfield,
InStyle,
23 Feb. 2026
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It is believed only around 40 were ever printed, and they were given out as prizes for an illustration contest in the late 1990s.—
Tracy Brown,
Los Angeles Times,
18 Feb. 2026
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There will be thousands of dollars in prizes and gift certificates.—
Elizabeth Marie Himchak,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
17 Feb. 2026
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The team was eventually moved to North Carolina, where Debinha starred until 2022, winning multiple NWSL championships and NWSL Shields, among many other trophies and accolades.—
Daniel Sperry,
Kansas City Star,
23 Feb. 2026
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Her accolades include a Knighthood into the Order of the Eagle of Georgia, the President’s Lifetime Achievement Award, and recognition as Glamour Magazine Woman of the Year.—
Wyles Daniel,
USA Today,
23 Feb. 2026
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Griffey played in the MLB Japan All-Star Series in 1990 and 1992, earning MVP honors of the 1990 tournament, won by Japan.—
C. Trent Rosecrans,
New York Times,
19 Feb. 2026
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Light, Mutschler, and Daniel McAvay made the All-Tournament team for the Hawks, while Brown earned MVP honors.—
Zach McMahon,
Boston Herald,
18 Feb. 2026
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