as in bonus
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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Studies show that temporarily abstaining from alcohol comes with health perks like better sleep, less stress and weight loss.
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Alissa Widman Neese, Axios, 10 Jan. 2025
Best perk: Families will love roasting marshmallows in the community outdoor fire pit before heading into their cabin at night.
—Wendy Altschuler, Forbes, 9 Jan. 2025
The Capital One Venture credit cards are an excellent choice for travelers who want to earn miles, redeem rewards, and enjoy travel perks—all without the complexity of some competing credit cards.
—Paul Rubio, AFAR Media, 9 Jan. 2025
Points earned can be redeemed for bonus bets, money, or other perks.
—Matthew Gover, Miami Herald, 6 Jan. 2025
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Alissa Widman Neese, Axios, 10 Jan. 2025
Best perk: Families will love roasting marshmallows in the community outdoor fire pit before heading into their cabin at night.
—Wendy Altschuler, Forbes, 9 Jan. 2025
The Capital One Venture credit cards are an excellent choice for travelers who want to earn miles, redeem rewards, and enjoy travel perks—all without the complexity of some competing credit cards.
—Paul Rubio, AFAR Media, 9 Jan. 2025
Points earned can be redeemed for bonus bets, money, or other perks.
—Matthew Gover, Miami Herald, 6 Jan. 2025
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“Perk.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/perk. Accessed 17 Jan. 2025.
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