gratuity

Example Sentences

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The suit prompted the restaurant to update language on its bill to explain that the service fee was not the same as a gratuity.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 19, 2026

The status quo may prevail, tip screens and all, but consumers may begin to decide whether they really want to tip 30% or if they will just skip the gratuity altogether, experts say.

From MarketWatch • Oct. 24, 2025

So a gratuity is money that’s given after an official act has been done by a public official.

From Slate • Sep. 6, 2024

Hope you always remember to leave a gratuity to your housekeepers.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 24, 2023

"Me, I just try to ignore their stressed-outedness and concentrate on the gratuity."

From "Me Talk Pretty One Day" by David Sedaris