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as in bonus
something given in addition to what is ordinarily expected or owed
got a $100 gratuity in addition to his regular pay
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Recent Examples of gratuity
The average prices do not include drinks, gratuity, or service charges.
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Tori Latham, Robb Report, 21 Jan. 2025
The nature of the reunion was described along with the names of guests and acceptable budgets (the minimum spend for semi-private dining is set at $4500, before tax and gratuity).
—Brad Japhe, Forbes, 19 Jan. 2025
Federal authorities are investigating allegations that police officers may have paid bribes or offered other gratuities in exchange for promotions, according to a letter filed in court Thursday by a lawyer suing a former top adviser of Mayor Adams.
—Graham Rayman, New York Daily News, 16 Jan. 2025
Regent offers all-inclusive trips complete with perks like free unlimited shore excursions, valet laundry, included gratuities, unlimited Wi-Fi, and more.
—Alison Fox, Travel + Leisure, 12 Jan. 2025
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Tori Latham, Robb Report, 21 Jan. 2025
The nature of the reunion was described along with the names of guests and acceptable budgets (the minimum spend for semi-private dining is set at $4500, before tax and gratuity).
—Brad Japhe, Forbes, 19 Jan. 2025
Federal authorities are investigating allegations that police officers may have paid bribes or offered other gratuities in exchange for promotions, according to a letter filed in court Thursday by a lawyer suing a former top adviser of Mayor Adams.
—Graham Rayman, New York Daily News, 16 Jan. 2025
Regent offers all-inclusive trips complete with perks like free unlimited shore excursions, valet laundry, included gratuities, unlimited Wi-Fi, and more.
—Alison Fox, Travel + Leisure, 12 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for gratuity
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Bailey Berg is a freelance travel writer and editor, who covers breaking news, trends, tips, transportation, sustainability, the outdoors, and more.—
Bailey Berg,
AFAR Media,
14 Feb. 2025
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As the makeup tips flooded in, Hannah was so grateful to everyone offering their help.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
14 Feb. 2025
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And some pre-game bonuses: Keep an eye out for Chiefs wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins' arrival outfit, and whether this Chiefs player tears up during the National Anthem.—
NPR Staff,
NPR,
9 Feb. 2025
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The harm that will be done to research universities in the process may be viewed as a bonus by a populist political movement that has shown a consistent disdain for expertise.—
John Timmer,
Ars Technica,
8 Feb. 2025
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Tattoo The Philadelphia Eagles' offensive linemen received a very special gift from star running back Saquon Barkley.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
14 Feb. 2025
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Through the grace of God, everyone has specific gifts and talents.—
Gary Franks,
Hartford Courant,
14 Feb. 2025
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Yet the Trump administration's plan to shut it down not only jeopardizes those valuable dividends but severely kneecaps us in the pacing challenge that is China.—
Justin Gest,
Newsweek,
10 Feb. 2025
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Expedia Chief Executive Ariane Gorin said demand for travel during the latest quarter was stronger than expected, and the company is bringing back its dividend for investors.—
Stan Choe,
Los Angeles Times,
7 Feb. 2025
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To begin to answer this question, evaluate your retirement income sources, including Social Security, pensions and personal savings.—
Bruce Helmer and Peg Webb,
Twin Cities,
15 Feb. 2025
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In San Diego, the taxpayers will be burdened with the hiring and firing of additional workers, workers’ compensation insurance costs, and long-term pension and retirement benefit costs for the 130 new city employees.—
U T Readers,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 Feb. 2025
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Editor’s note: Throughout the week, The Athletic highlighted the Harlem Globetrotters and their contributions to basketball, vision for entertainment and overall commitment to goodwill.—
Jason Jones,
The Athletic,
15 Feb. 2025
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Musk has alleged in the lawsuit that the companies are violating the terms of his foundational contributions to the charity.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
14 Feb. 2025
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“Gratuity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gratuity. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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