compensation
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Raymond was handsomely rewarded for Exxon’s success, with almost $400 million in compensation from company shares, stock options and a pension when he retired in 2005.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026
Everton's hierarchy have reacted with astonishment at the panel's decision to award this compensation claim to the Clarets and feel the judgement is flawed and one that is hugely excessive.
From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026
The father of two says his force's success is compensation for the personal sacrifices.
From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026
For Riley, his pay in 2024 marks just a slight increase from the 2023 season, when USC paid Riley more than $11.5 million in total compensation.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026
A local legislator introduced a bill seeking compensation on Walter's behalf that prompted the local press to report that Walter was seeking $9 million.
From "Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson
Vocabulary lists containing compensation
The Bill of Rights
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"The Monkey's Paw" by W. W. Jacobs
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"The Monkey's Paw," Vocabulary from the short story
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