as in aristocracies
individuals carefully selected as being the best of a class
a political fund-raiser attended by the royalty of the Hollywood scene
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Recent Examples of royalties
Meanwhile, artists typically enjoy between 10% and 25% of royalties on physical records, according to the American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers.
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Luke Fountain, CNBC, 3 Oct. 2025
Fogerty signed a deal with Fantasy Records in 1968 but relinquished his artist royalties to owner Saul Zaentz in 1980 to get out of the contract, according to Billboard.
—Sophie Dodd, PEOPLE, 2 Oct. 2025
Writer advocates are also calling more often for percentage points on the master recordings of their compositions, which would represent a significant bump in income given the amount of streaming royalties that go to the master.
—Ethan Millman, HollywoodReporter, 1 Oct. 2025
Our new music spam filter will protect against this behavior and help prevent spammers from generating royalties that could be otherwise distributed to professional artists and songwriters.
—Jem Aswad, Variety, 25 Sep. 2025
This multiyear deal is reportedly valued at least $215 million over nine years and includes a $75 million stock award plus royalties, incentives, and equity.
—Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 24 Sep. 2025
Things like build-out expenses, necessary equipment, staffing requirements, marketing needs and ongoing royalties can be the biggest catalyst for a new location's downfall.
—Seth Lederman, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
About 20% of royalties are deducted, on average, according to two estimates as well as interviews with royalty owners.
—Jacob Orledge, ProPublica, 15 Sep. 2025
The government aims to secure funds for the projects from oil revenues and mineral royalties, and the spending could rise by half a billion dollars by 2028.
—Alexander Onukwue, semafor.com, 15 Sep. 2025
Luke Fountain, CNBC, 3 Oct. 2025
Fogerty signed a deal with Fantasy Records in 1968 but relinquished his artist royalties to owner Saul Zaentz in 1980 to get out of the contract, according to Billboard.
—Sophie Dodd, PEOPLE, 2 Oct. 2025
Writer advocates are also calling more often for percentage points on the master recordings of their compositions, which would represent a significant bump in income given the amount of streaming royalties that go to the master.
—Ethan Millman, HollywoodReporter, 1 Oct. 2025
Our new music spam filter will protect against this behavior and help prevent spammers from generating royalties that could be otherwise distributed to professional artists and songwriters.
—Jem Aswad, Variety, 25 Sep. 2025
This multiyear deal is reportedly valued at least $215 million over nine years and includes a $75 million stock award plus royalties, incentives, and equity.
—Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 24 Sep. 2025
Things like build-out expenses, necessary equipment, staffing requirements, marketing needs and ongoing royalties can be the biggest catalyst for a new location's downfall.
—Seth Lederman, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
About 20% of royalties are deducted, on average, according to two estimates as well as interviews with royalty owners.
—Jacob Orledge, ProPublica, 15 Sep. 2025
The government aims to secure funds for the projects from oil revenues and mineral royalties, and the spending could rise by half a billion dollars by 2028.
—Alexander Onukwue, semafor.com, 15 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for royalties
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Likely had a breakout season last year, totaling 42 catches, 477 yards and six touchdowns — all career bests.—
Hunter Simpson,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 Sep. 2025
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Course Difficulty Flat, straight courses without many hills favor personal bests.—
Christopher Bergland,
Verywell Health,
25 Sep. 2025
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In the west of Britain, fragments of red slip ware (distinctive Byzantium amphora vessels or pottery) have been found at sites associated with elites, like Tintagel in northern Cornwall.—
Duncan Sayer,
JSTOR Daily,
2 Oct. 2025
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Laws are not meant to be twisted and curated by privileged elites to fit their own personal agenda.—
Jen Juneau,
PEOPLE,
2 Oct. 2025
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In the mid-twentieth century, Canavan writes, American science fiction often depicted societies ruled by computers as an analog for Soviet communism.—
Livia Gershon,
JSTOR Daily,
29 Sep. 2025
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In that vision of a distant, distant future, there is no public sector or state in those societies.—
Nic Juarez,
Vulture,
29 Sep. 2025
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Here's what to know about Adelita Grijalva, the representative-elect from Arizona's 7th Congressional District.—
Laura Gersony,
AZCentral.com,
25 Sep. 2025
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Democratic Representative-elect Adelita Grijalva is on track to outperform former Vice President Kamala Harris by double digits in the special election to replace her late father, former Representative Raul Grijalva.—
Andrew Stanton,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Sep. 2025
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The satin fabrics were dyed vibrant colors and used for pieces like biker vests, dresses and apron tops.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
7 Oct. 2025
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From iconic Spanx AirEssentials must-haves to trendy track pants and stylish striped tops, every piece is designed to be comfortable and easy to wear on the go.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Oct. 2025
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Fans are screaming, crying, planting flowers in the shape of a ‘T,’ and rearranging birthdays and baby deliveries just to be in theaters.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
4 Oct. 2025
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The runway was punctuated with columns decorated with moving, illustrated images of flowers and pink flamingos.—
Jennifer Weil,
Footwear News,
4 Oct. 2025
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Also, research has shown this seasoning has antioxidant qualities.—
Susan Selasky,
Freep.com,
4 Oct. 2025
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Reviewers love its texture, temperature-regulating qualities, and its suitability for all seasons.—
Julia Harrison,
Architectural Digest,
3 Oct. 2025
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The lightweight formulas of summer often need a boost, like richer creams, protective mists, and glow-boosting serums to help skin, hair, and body thrive in cooler, drier air.—
Essence,
Essence,
1 Oct. 2025
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Treatments include long-lasting antihistamines, anti-itch creams, and topical or oral corticosteroids.—
Maggie Ryan,
Flow Space,
1 Oct. 2025
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“Royalties.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/royalties. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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