as in dividends
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 bonuses
This marks the first time since 2021 that bonuses in the overall finance industry will grow on a yearly basis.
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Rocio Fabbro, Quartz, 13 Nov. 2024
Wall Street bonuses could jump as much as 35% this year as the financial services sector basks in strong markets and solid revenue growth.
—Rocio Fabbro, Quartz, 13 Nov. 2024
General and administrative expenses decreased to $2,052,996 from $3,323,352, primarily due to the absence of post-IPO consulting and recruiting services and incentive bonuses related to the IPO.
—Quartz Bot, Quartz, 12 Nov. 2024
There have not been any awards bonuses reported as part of his deal.
—Daniel R. Epstein, Forbes, 20 Oct. 2024
The two fighters who finished their opponents are almost always a shoo-in for the bonuses.
—Brian Mazique, Forbes, 20 Oct. 2024
Boeing and the union representing striking machinists have negotiated a new contract proposal that would provide bigger pay raises and bonuses in a bid to end a costly walkout that has crippled production of airplanes for more than a month.
—CBS News, 19 Oct. 2024
Darren Elkins and the retiring Daniel Pineda earned bonuses for their part in the Fight of the Night.
—Brian Mazique, Forbes, 19 Oct. 2024
The 31-year-old Pereira has picked up fight-night bonuses in his past four victories, with three stoppages during that span.
—Trent Reinsmith, Forbes, 18 Oct. 2024
Rocio Fabbro, Quartz, 13 Nov. 2024
Wall Street bonuses could jump as much as 35% this year as the financial services sector basks in strong markets and solid revenue growth.
—Rocio Fabbro, Quartz, 13 Nov. 2024
General and administrative expenses decreased to $2,052,996 from $3,323,352, primarily due to the absence of post-IPO consulting and recruiting services and incentive bonuses related to the IPO.
—Quartz Bot, Quartz, 12 Nov. 2024
There have not been any awards bonuses reported as part of his deal.
—Daniel R. Epstein, Forbes, 20 Oct. 2024
The two fighters who finished their opponents are almost always a shoo-in for the bonuses.
—Brian Mazique, Forbes, 20 Oct. 2024
Boeing and the union representing striking machinists have negotiated a new contract proposal that would provide bigger pay raises and bonuses in a bid to end a costly walkout that has crippled production of airplanes for more than a month.
—CBS News, 19 Oct. 2024
Darren Elkins and the retiring Daniel Pineda earned bonuses for their part in the Fight of the Night.
—Brian Mazique, Forbes, 19 Oct. 2024
The 31-year-old Pereira has picked up fight-night bonuses in his past four victories, with three stoppages during that span.
—Trent Reinsmith, Forbes, 18 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bonuses
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Recent research suggests 34% of the S&P 500's gain from 1940 to 2023 was attributable to dividends.GuruFocus, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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Delivered over $2 billion to shareholders through dividends, share repurchases and retirement of convertible shares during her tenure.Pamela N. Danziger, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
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Consequently, quite a number of startups offer unique benefits and perks that actually matter to employees, including fully remote work, work-from-anywhere, hybrid remote working, and other flexible options.Rachel Wells, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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The Roman allegory — in which Cesar aspires to change his government while fulfilling his creative hubris, enjoying the perks of fickle celebrity — is both inexact and unoriginal.Armond White, National Review, 4 Oct. 2024
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The DreamWorks Animation 30th Anniversary Panel will feature SCAD alumni who have made creative contributions at DreamWorks Animation.Katcy Stephan, Variety, 4 Oct. 2024
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Even a small increase in your monthly contributions now can translate into thousands more for your future self.Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 4 Oct. 2024
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Police urge anyone who may have witnessed the crash to provide tips to its crash investigation team.Noe Padilla, The Indianapolis Star, 4 Oct. 2024
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Police urge anyone who may have witnessed the crash to provide tips to its crash investigation team.Noe Padilla, The Indianapolis Star, 4 Oct. 2024
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“Bonuses.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bonuses. Accessed 25 Nov. 2024.
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