stipend
noun
sti·pend
ˈstī-ˌpend 
-pənd
: a fixed sum of money paid periodically for services or to defray expenses
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Examples of stipend in a Sentence
He receives a small stipend for his work as a research fellow.
the stipend you'll receive as an intern will just barely cover your housing costs
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Workers receive stipends and support to launch micro-businesses or pursue passion projects, developing new skills and perspectives.
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Cheryl Robinson, Forbes, 2 Nov. 2024
That program, called Advance Peace, is an 18-month fellowship that incorporates things like creating a life plan, three daily check ins with mentors with similar life experiences and offers a monthly stipend for consistent participants.
—David Clarey, Journal Sentinel, 1 Nov. 2024
As part of the fellowship award, Madar will receive a $5,000 stipend and a $2,500 travel credit from Delta Airlines.
—William Earl, Variety, 18 Oct. 2024
There could also be tuition assistance, student loan repayment programs, backup child care and stipends for enrichment programs and camps, which can go a long way toward improving long-term wellbeing.
—Jessica Dickler, CNBC, 14 Oct. 2024
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Cheryl Robinson, Forbes, 2 Nov. 2024
That program, called Advance Peace, is an 18-month fellowship that incorporates things like creating a life plan, three daily check ins with mentors with similar life experiences and offers a monthly stipend for consistent participants.
—David Clarey, Journal Sentinel, 1 Nov. 2024
As part of the fellowship award, Madar will receive a $5,000 stipend and a $2,500 travel credit from Delta Airlines.
—William Earl, Variety, 18 Oct. 2024
There could also be tuition assistance, student loan repayment programs, backup child care and stipends for enrichment programs and camps, which can go a long way toward improving long-term wellbeing.
—Jessica Dickler, CNBC, 14 Oct. 2024
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“Stipend.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/stipend. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.
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stipend
noun
sti·pend
ˈstī-ˌpend
-pənd
: a sum of money paid at regular times for services or expenses
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