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something given in recognition of achievement
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Recent Examples of premiums
Patti Black Financial advisor with Savant Wealth Management Either way, those premiums are likely to rise the way most types of insurance do, experts say.
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Sarah Agostino, CNBC, 7 June 2026
At the same time, domestic refiners are running their plants harder than usual to meet fuel demand and competing for barrels, sending the premiums for US crude delivered in Asia higher relative to available Middle Eastern supplies, according to traders.
—Devika Krishna Kumar, Fortune, 6 June 2026
Finance analysts and insurance coalitions calculated that average 2025 property insurance premiums were between $5,000 and $6,000 in Florida.
—Ashley Miznazi, Miami Herald, 6 June 2026
Use the withdrawals only for qualified medical expenses and premiums.
—Elliot Raphaelson, The Orlando Sentinel, 5 June 2026
Retail prices for coins and bars typically include premiums above the spot price.
—Usa Today, USA Today, 4 June 2026
And homeowners face soaring insurance premiums – including a 47% gain in 2025.
—Ali Besharat, The Conversation, 4 June 2026
But additional gains are taxable — and may cause higher Medicare Part B premiums — so consult your financial adviser.
—Terry Savage, Chicago Tribune, 4 June 2026
The insurance commissioner plays the vital role of making sure that insurance companies aren’t overcharging consumers and unjustifiably denying claims after policyholders’ premiums are paid.
—Riley Bunch, AJC.com, 4 June 2026
Sarah Agostino, CNBC, 7 June 2026
At the same time, domestic refiners are running their plants harder than usual to meet fuel demand and competing for barrels, sending the premiums for US crude delivered in Asia higher relative to available Middle Eastern supplies, according to traders.
—Devika Krishna Kumar, Fortune, 6 June 2026
Finance analysts and insurance coalitions calculated that average 2025 property insurance premiums were between $5,000 and $6,000 in Florida.
—Ashley Miznazi, Miami Herald, 6 June 2026
Use the withdrawals only for qualified medical expenses and premiums.
—Elliot Raphaelson, The Orlando Sentinel, 5 June 2026
Retail prices for coins and bars typically include premiums above the spot price.
—Usa Today, USA Today, 4 June 2026
And homeowners face soaring insurance premiums – including a 47% gain in 2025.
—Ali Besharat, The Conversation, 4 June 2026
But additional gains are taxable — and may cause higher Medicare Part B premiums — so consult your financial adviser.
—Terry Savage, Chicago Tribune, 4 June 2026
The insurance commissioner plays the vital role of making sure that insurance companies aren’t overcharging consumers and unjustifiably denying claims after policyholders’ premiums are paid.
—Riley Bunch, AJC.com, 4 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for premiums
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The 79th Tony Awards telecast kicked off with a bang by giving out two major awards in the first 30 minutes — and before viewers could blink both John Lithgow and Laurie Metcalf had each won the third Tony Award of their careers.—
Jessica Gelt,
Los Angeles Times,
8 June 2026
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Both the performances and the awards themselves at the 79th Tony Awards were especially memorable, with surprise winners popping up left and right.—
Jason P. Frank,
Vulture,
8 June 2026
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His kicking contests on the beloved ESPN football pregame program, in which students try to convert a 33-yard field goal on campus for cash prizes, regularly go viral; McAfee has awarded more than $5 million in cash and charitable contributions over the past two seasons.—
Sean Gregory,
Time,
9 June 2026
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The Winner may be required to complete and submit an IRS Form W-9 with the winner’s full Social Security Number or the equivalent for receipt of any prize(s) valued at $600 or more or for any prizes awarded by the Sponsor in a calendar year with an aggregate value of $600 or more.—
AJC.com,
AJC.com,
8 June 2026
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Born in Uruguay but based in Mexico, Zunino has garnered numerous awards and accolades across both television and film.—
Anna Marie de la Fuente,
Variety,
8 June 2026
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He's considered one of the planet’s most versatile watermen, with accolades that include eight-time stand-up paddle world champion, hydrofoil pioneer, and big-wave master.—
Arati Menon,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 June 2026
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The chapter also celebrated 11 California FFA State Degree recipients this year, one of the highest honors awarded by the California FFA Association.—
Stephanie Ogilvie,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 June 2026
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Four of those picks came as Turner earned his lone Pro Bowl honors and the 49ers’ Len Eshmont Award while playing on arguably their greatest defense — in their 1984 season en route to a Super Bowl triumph over the Miami Dolphins and Dan Marino at Stanford Stadium.—
Cam Inman,
Mercury News,
10 June 2026
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“Premiums.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/premiums. Accessed 12 Jun. 2026.
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