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compensation

[kom-puhn-sey-shuhn] / ˌkɒm pənˈseɪ ʃən /


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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

Musk tapped his fan base to win a 2024 dispute over his $46 billion compensation package at Tesla.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

He was never asked by the filmmakers to give his approval of the project, nor did he receive any compensation from it.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady




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