as in bounties
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 honors
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 rewards
Alex Ritman,
Variety,
29 June 2026
Our expert take The Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card packs a punch for a $95 annual fee card, offering annual travel credits, comprehensive travel protections, flexible rewards and more.
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Jason Stauffer,
CNBC,
29 June 2026
Extrinsic rewards, such as grades, do so because extrinsic desires tend to crowd out intrinsic ones.
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David Brooks,
The Atlantic,
28 June 2026
Leaders must therefore provide structurally real rewards, like equitable sponsorship, to foster motivation, rather than blaming individual ambition.
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Juliette Han,
Forbes.com,
27 June 2026
The rewards are almost hard to measure.
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Tim Carter,
Hartford Courant,
27 June 2026
Some cards also provide rewards programs or introductory interest rates.
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William Jones,
Charlotte Observer,
25 June 2026
Generous with rewards, short on penalties Contradictory messaging, then, is not the problem.
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Monica Duffy Toft,
The Conversation,
25 June 2026
Then, at the end of the process, the team assessed which agents had amassed the most rewards.
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Veronique Greenwood,
Time,
19 June 2026
Kayla Rivera,
AJC.com,
30 June 2026
The puzzle, however, rewards incorrect answers, such as 2 + 2 = 5.
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Dan Goodin,
ArsTechnica,
30 June 2026
Academia rewards something closer to confidence maximization.
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Shannon McKeen,
Forbes.com,
29 June 2026
The habit rewards fewer, better purchases over frequent cheap ones.
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Ryan Brennan,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
26 June 2026
On June 28, Mars in Taurus will meet with Jupiter in Cancer, forming a supportive sextile and momentous synergy that rewards our patience and commitment.
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Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
26 June 2026
Rethinking your travel dates rewards you with more space, upgrades and attentive service.
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Kathryn Streeter,
USA Today,
26 June 2026
In an era when politics often rewards attention-seeking behavior, Stein reminds us that the most important work is often done quietly, consistently and over many years.
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Bobby Zirkin,
Baltimore Sun,
25 June 2026
Goldie Hawn is sounding the alarm on a celebrity culture that rewards young people with attention before achievement.
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Ashley Hume,
FOXNews.com,
19 June 2026
Noun
But stats back up the anecdotal evidence about a heatwave bump in cinemas admission — and with one major movie scooping the rewards.
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Alex Ritman,
Variety,
29 June 2026
Our expert take The Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card packs a punch for a $95 annual fee card, offering annual travel credits, comprehensive travel protections, flexible rewards and more.
—
Jason Stauffer,
CNBC,
29 June 2026
Extrinsic rewards, such as grades, do so because extrinsic desires tend to crowd out intrinsic ones.
—
David Brooks,
The Atlantic,
28 June 2026
Leaders must therefore provide structurally real rewards, like equitable sponsorship, to foster motivation, rather than blaming individual ambition.
—
Juliette Han,
Forbes.com,
27 June 2026
The rewards are almost hard to measure.
—
Tim Carter,
Hartford Courant,
27 June 2026
Some cards also provide rewards programs or introductory interest rates.
—
William Jones,
Charlotte Observer,
25 June 2026
Generous with rewards, short on penalties Contradictory messaging, then, is not the problem.
—
Monica Duffy Toft,
The Conversation,
25 June 2026
Then, at the end of the process, the team assessed which agents had amassed the most rewards.
—
Veronique Greenwood,
Time,
19 June 2026
Verb
Plus, members can unlock perks like gas savings and loyalty rewards along the way.
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Kayla Rivera,
AJC.com,
30 June 2026
The puzzle, however, rewards incorrect answers, such as 2 + 2 = 5.
—
Dan Goodin,
ArsTechnica,
30 June 2026
Academia rewards something closer to confidence maximization.
—
Shannon McKeen,
Forbes.com,
29 June 2026
The habit rewards fewer, better purchases over frequent cheap ones.
—
Ryan Brennan,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
26 June 2026
On June 28, Mars in Taurus will meet with Jupiter in Cancer, forming a supportive sextile and momentous synergy that rewards our patience and commitment.
—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
26 June 2026
Rethinking your travel dates rewards you with more space, upgrades and attentive service.
—
Kathryn Streeter,
USA Today,
26 June 2026
In an era when politics often rewards attention-seeking behavior, Stein reminds us that the most important work is often done quietly, consistently and over many years.
—
Bobby Zirkin,
Baltimore Sun,
25 June 2026
Goldie Hawn is sounding the alarm on a celebrity culture that rewards young people with attention before achievement.
—
Ashley Hume,
FOXNews.com,
19 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for rewards
Noun
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Suddenly, stickers with red, purple or orange edges became especially sought-after, and collectors have put huge bounties on ultra-rare, black-bordered, 1-of-1s — as in, one in the world — depicting Messi, Ronaldo, Lamine Yamal and other big stars.
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Ayush, for his part, was direct about his goals with setting up multiple bounties.
Verb
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The statue honors the service and sacrifice of first responders and depicts Rose Conroy, the first woman to serve as chief of a professional municipal fire department in California, House said.
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Suggest a brief pause for reflection, then return with a clear offer that honors your privacy while keeping the bond steady.
Noun
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Both received less in non-equity bonuses tied to the company’s performance last year.
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Intro bonuses typically don't instantly appear in your account, though.
Verb
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Another provision would create a grant program, the Innovation Fund, that awards $200 million a year for five years to localities with a track record of increasing housing supply.
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What else is going on Rebecca Grossman and an ex-Dodger were found liable for the crash that killed two boys; a jury awards $176 million.
Noun
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Also boosting demand and driving ticket prices for Saturday’s game is the fact that 41-year-old superstar Cristiano Ronaldo, who has 669 million Instagram followers, is captain of the Portuguese team and has said this World Cup will be his last, making each appearance a high-profile event.
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Falling birth rates, behavioral changes, high car prices and a growing array of alternatives could drive sales down by more than 2 million units by 2040, according to their analysis.
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“Rewards.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rewards. Accessed 2 Jul. 2026.
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