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something given in recognition of achievement
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Recent Examples of premiums
That account then pays out homeowners insurance premiums and property taxes, as well as mortgage insurance if the borrower is required to carry it.
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Sarah Agostino, CNBC, 17 May 2026
Dispute centers on wages and healthcare premiums after years without raises.
—Philip Marcelo, Los Angeles Times, 17 May 2026
Even relatively high earners often report feeling vulnerable to unexpected medical bills, rising insurance premiums and out-of-pocket healthcare costs that can quickly spiral into financial stress.
—Meggen Harris, Forbes.com, 16 May 2026
Disconcertingly yet unsurprisingly, the prospect of rising premiums is sinking home sales.
—Mercury News & East Bay Times Editorial Boards, Mercury News, 15 May 2026
Retail prices for coins and bars typically include premiums above the spot price.
—Usa Today, USA Today, 15 May 2026
The premiums were part of last year’s budget and are set to take effect in July for adults under 60 years old.
—Trân Nguyễn, Fortune, 15 May 2026
One such benefit, hospital-surgical-medical care premiums for the surviving spouse of a retired worker, or as would be Michele’s case, a worker eligible for retirement benefits at the time of his death, were negotiated into the contracts soon after Clara’s arrival in America.
—Jackie Charniga, USA TODAY, 26 Feb. 2025
No premiums have been changed yet.
—Rebecca Noel, Charlotte Observer, 26 Feb. 2025
Sarah Agostino, CNBC, 17 May 2026
Dispute centers on wages and healthcare premiums after years without raises.
—Philip Marcelo, Los Angeles Times, 17 May 2026
Even relatively high earners often report feeling vulnerable to unexpected medical bills, rising insurance premiums and out-of-pocket healthcare costs that can quickly spiral into financial stress.
—Meggen Harris, Forbes.com, 16 May 2026
Disconcertingly yet unsurprisingly, the prospect of rising premiums is sinking home sales.
—Mercury News & East Bay Times Editorial Boards, Mercury News, 15 May 2026
Retail prices for coins and bars typically include premiums above the spot price.
—Usa Today, USA Today, 15 May 2026
The premiums were part of last year’s budget and are set to take effect in July for adults under 60 years old.
—Trân Nguyễn, Fortune, 15 May 2026
One such benefit, hospital-surgical-medical care premiums for the surviving spouse of a retired worker, or as would be Michele’s case, a worker eligible for retirement benefits at the time of his death, were negotiated into the contracts soon after Clara’s arrival in America.
—Jackie Charniga, USA TODAY, 26 Feb. 2025
No premiums have been changed yet.
—Rebecca Noel, Charlotte Observer, 26 Feb. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for premiums
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While votes on the MVP and other postseason awards are submitted before the start of the playoffs, the league traditionally waits for an opportune moment to announce the winners on the pregame shows of its media partners.—
Mike Prada,
New York Times,
18 May 2026
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In between, Messi has won back-to-back league MVP awards (a first), won a Golden Boot as goal-scoring leader and led Inter Miami to the 2023 Leagues Cup title, the 2024 Supporters’ Shield for best regular-season record, and the 2025 MLS Cup as league champion.—
Greg Cote
May 18,
Miami Herald,
18 May 2026
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But no matter the prodding, Terminus never wanted the patrons to feel cheated, so the games, while tricky, were winnable, and the prizes reasonable and fair.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
20 May 2026
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Scratch-off prizes expire one year from the date of sale, and winners are encouraged to immediately sign the back of the ticket and contact the Pennsylvania Lottery at 1-800-692-7481.—
Patrick Damp,
CBS News,
19 May 2026
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The 61st Academy of Country Music Awards, hosted by Shania Twain, are airing live on Prime Video and Amazon Music from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, meaning some of the genre's biggest stars are going home with new accolades under their belts.—
Jack Irvin,
PEOPLE,
18 May 2026
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The displays have won several prestigious design accolades, including the Red Dot Award and the Good Design Award.—
Mark Sparrow,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2026
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Faculty also approved a proposal to use average percentile rank rather than grade-point average when comparing students for honors, prizes and awards.—
Leah Willingham,
Fortune,
20 May 2026
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Some have remained favorites for literally decades, while more recent inductees earned multiple, often consecutive honors by solving beauty concerns in ways that felt genuinely game-changing.—
Marci Robin,
Allure,
20 May 2026
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“Premiums.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/premiums. Accessed 22 May. 2026.
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