as in bonuses
something given in addition to what is ordinarily expected or owed
the salary's not great, but the perks make up for it
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Recent Examples of perks
Leaders often misunderstand good work, relying on perks rather than addressing core structural issues.
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Vibhas Ratanjee,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2026
The company includes valuable perks like roadside assistance, towing and rental car reimbursement.
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Michael Kurko,
USA Today,
28 June 2026
While some soon-to-be-retirees are called to the beach or the mountains, others are drawn to lake living and all its perks, like watching sunsets on the dock, grilling outside, and taking the pontoon boat out for daily cruises.
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Lydia Mansel,
Travel + Leisure,
28 June 2026
Working with beauty expert Izzy Baskette has its perks.
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Alyssa Grabinski,
PEOPLE,
24 June 2026
Our expert take The Chase Sapphire Reserve® is a standout premium credit card with luxury perks including, hotel credits, complimentary hotel elite status, travel credits, dining credits, rideshare and delivery benefits and much more.
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Jasmin Suknanan,
CNBC,
24 June 2026
There may be cognitive perks too.
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Hanna Wickes,
Sacbee.com,
24 June 2026
The supporter level costs $35 a year, while the Team 816 membership will run you $95 and give you access to group speed sessions twice per week and additional perks.
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Rashad Alexander,
Kansas City Star,
24 June 2026
Support public media with NPR+ and enjoy perks for over 25 podcasts like this one.
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Regina G. Barber,
NPR,
24 June 2026
Vibhas Ratanjee,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2026
The company includes valuable perks like roadside assistance, towing and rental car reimbursement.
—
Michael Kurko,
USA Today,
28 June 2026
While some soon-to-be-retirees are called to the beach or the mountains, others are drawn to lake living and all its perks, like watching sunsets on the dock, grilling outside, and taking the pontoon boat out for daily cruises.
—
Lydia Mansel,
Travel + Leisure,
28 June 2026
Working with beauty expert Izzy Baskette has its perks.
—
Alyssa Grabinski,
PEOPLE,
24 June 2026
Our expert take The Chase Sapphire Reserve® is a standout premium credit card with luxury perks including, hotel credits, complimentary hotel elite status, travel credits, dining credits, rideshare and delivery benefits and much more.
—
Jasmin Suknanan,
CNBC,
24 June 2026
There may be cognitive perks too.
—
Hanna Wickes,
Sacbee.com,
24 June 2026
The supporter level costs $35 a year, while the Team 816 membership will run you $95 and give you access to group speed sessions twice per week and additional perks.
—
Rashad Alexander,
Kansas City Star,
24 June 2026
Support public media with NPR+ and enjoy perks for over 25 podcasts like this one.
—
Regina G. Barber,
NPR,
24 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for perks
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.
Noun
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Shares of Levi’s have returned 66%, including dividends, since Gass became CEO in January 2024.
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Instead, the emphasis on awareness and human connection will create long-term dividends with the business’s target audience.
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“Perks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/perks. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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