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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
Hollywood along with the performance bonuses that were awarded.
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Brian Mazique, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Sometimes these talks could veer off in unexpected directions, with recommendations made for United to loan more players to the Championship or give out bonuses to staff if the first team wins a trophy.
—Adam Crafton, The Athletic, 23 Dec. 2024
Signing bonuses are incredibly common in industries where salary is rigid, and companies use them as a tool to attract top talent.
—Sho Dewan, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
Staffers who are receiving the bonuses this season either applied with an application or were nominated by a coworker, friend or author for their work, according to the ABA.
—Charlotte Phillipp, People.com, 22 Dec. 2024
Redirect Bonuses And Refunds Windfalls such as bonuses, tax refunds, or one-time financial gifts provide an excellent opportunity to boost your retirement savings.
—True Tamplin, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024
Already automakers are touting their holiday/year-end clearance sales promotions, with dealerships and salespeople expected to go all out to strike deals to both clear excess inventory and to qualify for bonuses for meeting year-end sales goals.
—Jim Gorzelany, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
That goes without mentioning additional bonuses for getting further to the quarterfinals, semifinals, and final, as well as potentially winning the big one for the first time since 2015.
—Tom Sanderson, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Expect to see performance and hybrid compensation structures increasing, where brands pay creators a small flat fee to create content and incentivize conversions with percentage commissions or bonuses for hitting certain sales goals.
—David Doty, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
Brian Mazique, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Sometimes these talks could veer off in unexpected directions, with recommendations made for United to loan more players to the Championship or give out bonuses to staff if the first team wins a trophy.
—Adam Crafton, The Athletic, 23 Dec. 2024
Signing bonuses are incredibly common in industries where salary is rigid, and companies use them as a tool to attract top talent.
—Sho Dewan, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
Staffers who are receiving the bonuses this season either applied with an application or were nominated by a coworker, friend or author for their work, according to the ABA.
—Charlotte Phillipp, People.com, 22 Dec. 2024
Redirect Bonuses And Refunds Windfalls such as bonuses, tax refunds, or one-time financial gifts provide an excellent opportunity to boost your retirement savings.
—True Tamplin, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024
Already automakers are touting their holiday/year-end clearance sales promotions, with dealerships and salespeople expected to go all out to strike deals to both clear excess inventory and to qualify for bonuses for meeting year-end sales goals.
—Jim Gorzelany, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
That goes without mentioning additional bonuses for getting further to the quarterfinals, semifinals, and final, as well as potentially winning the big one for the first time since 2015.
—Tom Sanderson, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Expect to see performance and hybrid compensation structures increasing, where brands pay creators a small flat fee to create content and incentivize conversions with percentage commissions or bonuses for hitting certain sales goals.
—David Doty, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bonuses
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Capital gains and qualified dividends are included in net investment income, so the NIIT effectively increases the maximum tax rate on those tax-advantaged sources of income.Bob Carlson, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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Unearned, or investment, income includes interest, dividends, capital gains, annuity distributions (taxable distributions only and only when not from a qualified retirement plan), royalties, and passive real estate rental income.Bob Carlson, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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Each card has its strength with the Amex Gold’s perks focused on dining and groceries and the Amex Platinum delivering more premium travel benefits.Ryley Amond, CNBC, 23 Dec. 2024
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Our expert take The Platinum Card® from American Express is a premium card loaded with annual statement credits, entertainment benefits, extensive airport lounge access, elite status perks and more.Ryley Amond, CNBC, 23 Dec. 2024
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What To Know According to court filings, Arkan plans to admit to charges of conspiracy to commit wire fraud by collecting campaign contributions for Adams that were made under the name of someone other than the true contributor.Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
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The acquisition was financed through equity contributions from companies like Amazon, Salesforce and Authentic Brands Group (Reebok, Forever 21, Billabong).Antonio Pequeño IV, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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For best results, start at the base of your lash line and comb upward toward the tips of your lashes.Sarah Han, Allure, 24 Dec. 2024
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Vogue Weddings An all-access invitation to the exceptional and inspirational, plus planning tips and advice.Shelby Wax, Vogue, 24 Dec. 2024
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“Bonuses.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bonuses. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.
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