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something given in recognition of achievement
encouraging Girl Scouts to sell more cookies by offering premiums
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Recent Examples of premiums
Retail prices for coins and bars typically include premiums above the spot price.
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Usa Today, USA Today, 29 May 2026
This deal offers producers and pure audio enthusiasts a rare opportunity to secure mastering-grade transparency without paying standard industry premiums.
—Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 29 May 2026
Insurers have tightened underwriting standards in high‑risk zones, leading to rising premiums and, in some cases, the withdrawal of coverage altogether.
—Cyril Petit, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026
Information on average annual premiums is based on data from The Zebra.
—Liz Knueven, CNBC, 28 May 2026
But because of Florida’s location between the Atlantic and Gulf, homeowners will always be at risk, which will temper any potential reductions to premiums.
—Jim Turner, Sun Sentinel, 27 May 2026
There are, however, work-arounds for those willing to pay premiums for certain routes.
—Hannah Seligson, Vanity Fair, 23 May 2026
Insurance premiums have climbed.
—Bruce Helmer, Twin Cities, 23 May 2026
Mandatory milestone inspections and increasing insurance premiums are now forcing many condo associations to shore up and stormproof their buildings.
—Meily Perez, Miami Herald, 22 May 2026
Usa Today, USA Today, 29 May 2026
This deal offers producers and pure audio enthusiasts a rare opportunity to secure mastering-grade transparency without paying standard industry premiums.
—Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 29 May 2026
Insurers have tightened underwriting standards in high‑risk zones, leading to rising premiums and, in some cases, the withdrawal of coverage altogether.
—Cyril Petit, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026
Information on average annual premiums is based on data from The Zebra.
—Liz Knueven, CNBC, 28 May 2026
But because of Florida’s location between the Atlantic and Gulf, homeowners will always be at risk, which will temper any potential reductions to premiums.
—Jim Turner, Sun Sentinel, 27 May 2026
There are, however, work-arounds for those willing to pay premiums for certain routes.
—Hannah Seligson, Vanity Fair, 23 May 2026
Insurance premiums have climbed.
—Bruce Helmer, Twin Cities, 23 May 2026
Mandatory milestone inspections and increasing insurance premiums are now forcing many condo associations to shore up and stormproof their buildings.
—Meily Perez, Miami Herald, 22 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for premiums
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Condé Nast Traveler Triple Crown is therefore based off of nearly four decades of awards, accolades, and recognition across the industry.—
Erin Florio,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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The same goes for premium business or first-class awards.—
Jason Stauffer,
CNBC,
1 June 2026
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Among other prizes, the victor would receive a cash reward (reportedly $5,000), a sports car, and a screen test—true markers of Tinseltown success.—
Jonathan Odden,
Artforum,
2 June 2026
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The festival presents awards in 13 categories, along with cash prizes for winners.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
2 June 2026
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The spa The Mandarin Oriental’s spa is a major draw—and not only because the wellness center has earned some of the highest accolades in the city.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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Her novels have won accolades from the New York Times, the American Booksellers Association, the American Library Association, and Junior Library Guild.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
1 June 2026
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Three special honors will be handed during ceremony — two Career Achievement recipients, presented to film editors of outstanding merit and the Golden Eddie Filmmaker of the Year honor, presented to a filmmaker who exemplifies distinguished achievement in the art and business of film.—
Erik Pedersen,
Deadline,
3 June 2026
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Donald supposedly finished off his career three years ago by collecting eight sacks at his usual defensive tackle spot and earning both All-Pro and Pro Bowl honors.—
Armando Salguero,
FOXNews.com,
3 June 2026
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“Premiums.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/premiums. Accessed 7 Jun. 2026.
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