as in dividend
something given in addition to what is ordinarily expected or owed
this job offers a nice Christmas bonus in addition to the salary
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Recent Examples of bonus
Innovation Brewing keeps 32 brews on tap—and a bonus housemade ginger ale—while Balsam Falls Brewing Co. is the perfect place to satiate your appetite for food and beer.
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Jennifer Prince, Southern Living, 20 Apr. 2025
Packed with bonus tracks, new and old remixes and collaborations, instrumentals, a capella takes and live recordings, the two-disc vinyl suite will drop via Def Jam Records/UMe on May 30.
—Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 18 Apr. 2025
In a regulatory filing on Thursday, Lionsgate disclosed that as of April the exec will receive an annual base salary of $1,200,000 with a target annual bonus that’s 85 percent of his base salary.
—Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 10 Apr. 2025
As a bonus for new members, the travel bundle also comes with three months of unlimited streaming access to Pvolve’s library of over 1,500 classes.
—Maggie Ryan, Flow Space, 10 Apr. 2025
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Jennifer Prince, Southern Living, 20 Apr. 2025
Packed with bonus tracks, new and old remixes and collaborations, instrumentals, a capella takes and live recordings, the two-disc vinyl suite will drop via Def Jam Records/UMe on May 30.
—Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 18 Apr. 2025
In a regulatory filing on Thursday, Lionsgate disclosed that as of April the exec will receive an annual base salary of $1,200,000 with a target annual bonus that’s 85 percent of his base salary.
—Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 10 Apr. 2025
As a bonus for new members, the travel bundle also comes with three months of unlimited streaming access to Pvolve’s library of over 1,500 classes.
—Maggie Ryan, Flow Space, 10 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bonus
Noun
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These assets produce a revenue stream, typically from dividends, interest and realized capital gains.—
Todd L. Ely,
The Conversation,
24 Apr. 2025
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Under the income test, a foreign corporation qualifies as a PFIC if 75% or more of its gross income in a tax year originates from passive income (e.g., interest, dividends, etc.).—
Matthew Roberts,
Forbes.com,
23 Apr. 2025
Noun
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But Ed’s gift is like a metaphor for what’s happening in the world.—
John Hopewell,
Variety,
27 Apr. 2025
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His fourth-round projection stems from the ability to channel his athletic gifts into production.—
Ben Standig,
New York Times,
26 Apr. 2025
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For now, players will have to decide if the MVP Bundle’s early access, extras, and dual-title access justify the $149.99 tag.—
Brian Mazique,
Forbes.com,
25 Apr. 2025
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Every night, the audience isn’t meant to be extras in a 1959 club show at the Copa.—
Juan A. Ramírez,
Vogue,
25 Apr. 2025
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Industry titan Lenny Waronker will receive the Ahmet Ertegun Award for his contributions to the business side of music.—
Okla Jones,
Essence,
28 Apr. 2025
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Explore Kylie Minogue See latest videos, charts and news The honor, awarded annually by APRA AMCOS, recognizes outstanding contributions to the Australian music industry.—
Jessica Lynch,
Billboard,
28 Apr. 2025
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And while The First Shadow features a younger version of his Stranger Things character, Modine revealed that Alex Breaux, the actor who plays Dr. Brenner in the play, did not reach out to him for tips or guidance.—
Toria Sheffield,
People.com,
26 Apr. 2025
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Timely tax tips and the latest news delivered to your inbox weekly Editorial StandardsForbes Accolades Kelly Phillips Erb is a Philadelphia-area Forbes senior writer who covers tax, law, and financial crimes.—
Kelly Phillips Erb,
Forbes.com,
26 Apr. 2025
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The truth is that a paycheck, bonuses or perks only go so far.—
Marina Suholutsky,
Forbes.com,
17 Apr. 2025
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The resort is also part of the American Express Fine Hotels + Resorts portfolio, offering card members perks like a $100 resort credit, room upgrades upon arrival, and daily breakfast for two.—
Jalyn Robinson,
Travel + Leisure,
17 Apr. 2025
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Over the past year, the project generated more than $200,000 for conservation efforts between streaming royalties and donations from individuals and institutions, according to UN Live.—
Claire Murashima,
NPR,
22 Apr. 2025
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Trump raised a record-breaking $239 million for his January inaugural events, with major donations from companies like Meta, Amazon and Nvidia but none from Musk or any of his companies.—
Josh Hammer,
MSNBC Newsweek,
21 Apr. 2025
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That depends on the current benefit received and the amount of the beneficiary's pension.—
Mike Snider,
USA Today,
19 Apr. 2025
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This includes $23 trillion in corporate stocks and mutual funds, $18.9 trillion in real estate, and significant holdings in pensions, private businesses, and other assets.—
Jack Kelly,
Forbes.com,
17 Apr. 2025
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“Bonus.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bonus. Accessed 3 May. 2025.
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