prize money
noun
1
: a part of the proceeds of a captured ship formerly divided among the officers and men making the capture
2
: money offered in prizes
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As the contestants negotiate the challenges of building deeper emotional connections without physical contact, they are monitored and guided by Lana, who imposes fines on the prize money for any rule-breaking behavior.
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Jane Lacroix, Peoplemag, 21 Sep. 2024
Rights groups say female athletes in Kenya are at a high risk of exploitation and violence by men drawn to their prize money, which far exceeds local incomes.
—Reuters, NBC News, 15 Sep. 2024
Acknowledging the extensive practice and hard work that goes into preparing for the event, Archibald announced that all steel bands would be paid for their participation, and there would be significant prize money for the bands that placed second and third as well.
—Kizzy Cox, Essence, 5 Sep. 2024
On Saturday be sure to check out – or compete in – the cornhole tournament at 4 p.m., which features $1K in prize money.
—Luann Gibbs, The Enquirer, 4 Sep. 2024
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Jane Lacroix, Peoplemag, 21 Sep. 2024
Rights groups say female athletes in Kenya are at a high risk of exploitation and violence by men drawn to their prize money, which far exceeds local incomes.
—Reuters, NBC News, 15 Sep. 2024
Acknowledging the extensive practice and hard work that goes into preparing for the event, Archibald announced that all steel bands would be paid for their participation, and there would be significant prize money for the bands that placed second and third as well.
—Kizzy Cox, Essence, 5 Sep. 2024
On Saturday be sure to check out – or compete in – the cornhole tournament at 4 p.m., which features $1K in prize money.
—Luann Gibbs, The Enquirer, 4 Sep. 2024
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