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an amount of money that a company or the government pays to a person who is old or sick and no longer works
Her pension arrives in the mail every month. retired people living on their pensions
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Recent Examples of pension
Butner’s annual pension is $72,237, and Mendes’ pension is $86,765.
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Rick Sobey, Boston Herald, 17 Oct. 2025
Cassellius said state lawmakers should take another look at pension rules and remove barriers that stop retirees from returning to teach.
—Rory Linnane, jsonline.com, 17 Oct. 2025
After winning the pension concession, the Socialists on Wednesday set their sights on including a tax on billionaires in the 2026 budget, underlining just how weak Lecornu’s hand is in the negotiations.
—Reuters, NBC news, 16 Oct. 2025
Institutional investors such as pensions and endowments can also put cash in it.
—Morgan Chittum, CNBC, 16 Oct. 2025
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Rick Sobey, Boston Herald, 17 Oct. 2025
Cassellius said state lawmakers should take another look at pension rules and remove barriers that stop retirees from returning to teach.
—Rory Linnane, jsonline.com, 17 Oct. 2025
After winning the pension concession, the Socialists on Wednesday set their sights on including a tax on billionaires in the 2026 budget, underlining just how weak Lecornu’s hand is in the negotiations.
—Reuters, NBC news, 16 Oct. 2025
Institutional investors such as pensions and endowments can also put cash in it.
—Morgan Chittum, CNBC, 16 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pension
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Ranked as the 24th wealthiest family in America, their contributions to Louisville are estimated to be over $1 billion.—
Maggie Menderski,
Louisville Courier Journal,
26 Oct. 2025
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The men’s golf club also joined in, spreading the word and encouraging contributions for a chance to win the donated driver.—
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 Oct. 2025
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The city has a wealth of outdoor activities and arts and cultural events, according to the Wisconsin Department of Tourism, including downhill skiing at the Granite Peak Ski Area, cross-country skiing, the annual Art World craft and gift festival, and more.—
Katie Nadworny,
Travel + Leisure,
22 Oct. 2025
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The Perfect Gift for Coffee Aficionados Beyond improving your own morning routine, Gaines’ vanilla sugar blend is also a thoughtful gift.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
22 Oct. 2025
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Food banks, pantries brace for impact Charitable organizations and the federal food benefits program are part of the safety net working to catch vulnerable families struggling to make ends meet and living paycheck to paycheck.—
Nushrat Rahman,
Freep.com,
27 Oct. 2025
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Its success inspired a wave of canal building in other states, although the economic benefit of these other canals is dubious in retrospect.—
JSTOR Daily,
JSTOR Daily,
26 Oct. 2025
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The dividends, naturally, ebb and flow alongside the success of the company.—
Maggie Menderski,
Louisville Courier Journal,
26 Oct. 2025
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Comfort Systems — The HVAC stock surged more than 18% following a better-than-expected third-quarter earnings report and a dividend increase.—
Yun Li,
CNBC,
24 Oct. 2025
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Federal investigation reveals wide criminal net Browse the website of Chen’s Prince Group, and the company’s public image is one of charitable endeavors, business accolades and awards for corporate social responsibility initiatives, large donations to anti-Covid efforts, and education programs.—
Helen Regan,
CNN Money,
25 Oct. 2025
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Preservation efforts succeeded in the 1990s, with the establishment of the Falls of the Ohio State Park and the millions of dollars raised from private donations and public funds.—
Leo Bertucci,
Louisville Courier Journal,
25 Oct. 2025
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Sarah Bontrager, housing and public services manager for the city of Elk Grove, said the county has been making presentations to local jurisdictions.—
Graham Womack,
Sacbee.com,
28 Oct. 2025
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The campaign features an eclectic cast such as Linda Fargo, senior vice president, women’s fashion and director of store presentation at Bergdorf’s; Willy Chavarria; Maggie Maurer; Cacho Falcon; TK and Cipriana Quann; Quentin Jones, and Bernard Maisner.—
Lisa Lockwood,
Footwear News,
28 Oct. 2025
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As a bonus, macroscopes can also be aesthetically pleasing and fun to experience.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
27 Oct. 2025
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No box spring needed and there’s bonus storage space underneath.—
Nora Colomer
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FOXNews.com,
27 Oct. 2025
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According to Condé Nast Traveler, proper tipping etiquette in the US generally requires diners to leave gratuity separately—either added to the card payment or left in cash after receiving their change.—
Lydia Patrick,
MSNBC Newsweek,
20 Oct. 2025
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That’s because tipping isn’t in their culture, but Americans still might wish to add gratuity for excellent service.—
Jillian Dara,
Travel + Leisure,
18 Oct. 2025
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“Pension.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pension. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.
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