Thesaurus results for BONUS

bonus

noun

ˈbō-nəs

Definition of bonus

as in dividend

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 bonus Despite the deadly Eaton fire, bonuses awarded to Pedro Pizarro, the chief executive of Edison International and other executives soared last year. — Melody Petersen, Los Angeles Times, 29 Aug. 2026 SoFi is also unique in offering a bonus for good grades and interest rate discounts to qualifying members. — Rebecca Safier, USA Today, 28 Aug. 2026 Every bank bonus list is based on rigorous reporting by our team of expert writers and editors with extensive knowledge of banking products. — Dan Avery, CNBC, 28 Aug. 2026 And while smashing a tanning bed should’ve gotten his point across, Cameron also spoke with InStyle to share more skin care tips, plus a couple beauty bonuses courtesy of his new fiancée. — Irene Richardson, InStyle, 28 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for bonus

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Noun

Alongside earnings back in May, Nvidia announced an $80 billion buyback authorization and a quarterly dividend increase to 25 cents per share from 1 cent.

— Zev Fima, CNBC, 27 Aug. 2026
That design philosophy has paid environmental dividends, too.

— Sam Birchall, Fortune, 24 Aug. 2026

Definition of dividend

Noun

Anedda’s capacity to turn perspectives around by narrating unwritten angles in the same story is her most characteristic gift.

— Wallis Wilde-Menozzi, Literary Hub, 27 Aug. 2026
According to the committee’s report, Edwards invited young female staffers to dinner and strip clubs, gave them gifts, wrote them notes, and repeatedly tried to see them.

— Claire Carter, The Washington Examiner, 27 Aug. 2026

Definition of gift

Noun

In 2026, a single person in Hawaii needs to earn about $129,002 a year to cover necessities, spend on some extras, save for the future and pay taxes.

— Angela Rodriguez, Sacbee.com, 27 Aug. 2026
Every ingredient serves a purpose, helping pet parents focus on quality rather than unnecessary extras.

— Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 27 Aug. 2026

Definition of extra

Noun

The project received a major contribution in 2026 when Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce made a $2 million gift as one of several donations made ahead of their wedding.

— Kayla Grant, PEOPLE, 26 Aug. 2026
In recognition of his extraordinary career, Wilkinson received the BAFTA Lifetime Achievement Award and was presented to Queen Elizabeth II at a reception honoring individuals who have made significant contributions to British film.

— Erik Pedersen, Deadline, 25 Aug. 2026

Definition of contribution

Noun

While SoFi offers flexible terms and unique perks, its starting interest rates can be higher than some competitors.

— Rebecca Safier, USA Today, 28 Aug. 2026
Thanks to my friends’ beloved babies and the perks of my job—which have included putting together a list of essential children’s books—I’ve been thinking a lot about the importance of reading with children.

— Emma Sarappo, The Atlantic, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of perk

Noun

The project received a major contribution in 2026 when Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce made a $2 million gift as one of several donations made ahead of their wedding.

— Kayla Grant, PEOPLE, 26 Aug. 2026
The group also claims to have obtained a playable build of the game and asks users for cryptocurrency donations.

— Cerys Davies, Los Angeles Times, 25 Aug. 2026

Definition of donation

Noun

Finally, there’s the district’s slow-moving pension crisis, which is the root source of much of the current fiscal pressure, but which the 2024-2028 agreement does nothing to address.

— David Griffith, Chicago Tribune, 25 Aug. 2026
Gen Xers, who are now 46 to 61 years old, entered the workforce in the 1980s and 1990s, just as employers were shifting away from pensions in favor of 401(k)s.

— Aimee Picchi, CBS News, 24 Aug. 2026

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