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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
While 37 percent of U.S. adults would leave a 15 percent gratuity, 22 percent of Americans prefer to leave a 20 percent tip.
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David Faris, Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2024
The cost is $500 per person (excluding tax and gratuity), with a maximum of five guests per party.
—Irene S. Levine, Forbes, 1 Dec. 2024
Look for special service charges; some restaurants may include gratuity for special occasions or parties over a certain size.
—Maggie Gillette, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Nov. 2024
Ridley-Thomas’ lawyers had already accused prosecutors of conflating bribery and gratuities.
—Matt Hamilton, Los Angeles Times, 21 Nov. 2024
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David Faris, Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2024
The cost is $500 per person (excluding tax and gratuity), with a maximum of five guests per party.
—Irene S. Levine, Forbes, 1 Dec. 2024
Look for special service charges; some restaurants may include gratuity for special occasions or parties over a certain size.
—Maggie Gillette, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Nov. 2024
Ridley-Thomas’ lawyers had already accused prosecutors of conflating bribery and gratuities.
—Matt Hamilton, Los Angeles Times, 21 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for gratuity
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Led by experts and experienced moms, the series covers essential tips for what to expect during pregnancy, how to prepare for birth, postpartum care, and the essentials of welcoming a newborn into your life.Hilary Tetenbaum, USA TODAY, 11 Dec. 2024
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That doesn’t include fuel, berthing, food and drinks or tips.Katia Damborsky, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
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This one also gets bonus points for having a foldover-like style.Alyssa Grabinski, People.com, 17 Dec. 2024
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The City University of New York has reached a tentative contract agreement with unionized faculty and staff that includes across-the-board raises and a ratification bonus, CUNY and the Professional Staff Congress announced Monday.Cayla Bamberger, New York Daily News, 17 Dec. 2024
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Sure, big-ticket holiday gifts are fun to receive: There’s nothing quite like ripping off the wrapping paper to unveil a brand-new video game console or a pair of noise-canceling headphones.Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 10 Dec. 2024
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Here is a list of qualities that may indicate the client’s susceptibility to fraud and the ways they can be checked by the bank employee: Propensity For Freebies • Offering a small gift for this kind of transaction.Dmitry Mishunin, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
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Deere has hiked its dividend by 145%, most dramatically during wheat’s last big rally.Brett Owens, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
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Every dollar invested in Morgan yields high dividends for our economy, communities, students and society.David K. Wilson, Baltimore Sun, 16 Dec. 2024
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Annual returns have to be predictable, almost like a pension.Medora Lee, USA TODAY, 13 Dec. 2024
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Government employees were covered by public pensions and thus were not eligible for Social Security, but brokerages were pitching these employees on limited partnerships as a way around that.Paul Kiel, ProPublica, 11 Dec. 2024
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The event itself continues to grow in influence and visibility, celebrating the achievements of women whose contributions often go overlooked.Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 11 Dec. 2024
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And Rewards In addition to timeliness and personalization, using AI in recognition and rewards programs can help prevent human oversight by identifying milestones and smaller contributions that might otherwise be missed.Archer Chiang, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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“Gratuity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gratuity. Accessed 23 Dec. 2024.
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