as in price
something offered or given in return for a service performed
there was a reward of $50 for the return of the missing cat
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as in to honor
to give something as a token of gratitude or admiration for a service or achievement
the firefighters were rewarded by the city for their heroic actions
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Recent Examples of reward
Jenna Ryu, SELF, 12 Jan. 2026
The reward is valid for 60 days.
—Jeramie Bizzle, CBS News, 12 Jan. 2026
Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 5 Jan. 2026
His life couldn’t be more different today, especially as a private doctor for billionaires who reward him with designer bags full of cash.
—Lizz Schumer, PEOPLE, 4 Jan. 2026
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Noun
As with any serious medication, Accutane carries a range of potential rewards, as well as risks.
—Jenna Ryu, SELF, 12 Jan. 2026
The reward is valid for 60 days.
—Jeramie Bizzle, CBS News, 12 Jan. 2026
Verb
Capital is allocated, risk is monitored, and performance is rewarded.
—Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 5 Jan. 2026
His life couldn’t be more different today, especially as a private doctor for billionaires who reward him with designer bags full of cash.
—Lizz Schumer, PEOPLE, 4 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for reward
Noun
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The developments come as global oil markets face a supply overhang that has weighed on prices in the past year.—
Lee Ying Shan,
CNBC,
16 Jan. 2026
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Replace your old garden hose nozzle with this one for only $6, and make sure to stock up on solar lighting before prices spike in spring.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
16 Jan. 2026
Verb
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During his discussion with Shriver, the comedian shared how some people react to him honoring his vows.—
Angel Saunders,
PEOPLE,
15 Jan. 2026
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As for the space itself, Cartier is honoring the building’s history by highlighting the Royal Poinciana’s original façade, a Regency Revival design by architect John Volk (which in 2008 was declared historic by Palm Beach’s Landmark Preservation Commission).—
Laurie Brookins,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Jan. 2026
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This is one of Grandma's top recipes for making with her summer squash bounty and freezing for the right time.—
Emma Ashe,
Southern Living,
14 Jan. 2026
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Maduro’s most powerful deputies, including Interior Minister Diosdado Cabello and Defense Minister Vladimir Padrino, are still doing their jobs, despite the $25 million and $15 million bounties placed by the US government on their heads.—
Flora Charner,
CNN Money,
10 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Or if a you’re awarded a German prize that is swiftly withdrawn.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
15 Jan. 2026
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In May 2024, he was awarded an honorary doctorate by the university and spoke at the school’s spring commencement ceremony that same year.—
Liza Esquibias,
PEOPLE,
15 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Another bonus is the large, classy gold buttons, which add a chic touch and will complement the other metals in my jewelry collection.—
Irene Richardson,
InStyle,
14 Jan. 2026
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On the other hand, the system will reward top performers with bonuses worth up to 300%.—
Jake Angelo,
Fortune,
13 Jan. 2026
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“Reward.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reward. Accessed 19 Jan. 2026.
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