gratuity

Example Sentences

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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

The fee “reasonably appears to be a gratuity for the service staff,” the lawsuit says, because the service fee was 18%, comparable to what a customer may tip.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 14, 2023

“Yes,” Bacchus said, “although with demigod parties of five or more the gratuity is included, so that wasn’t necessary.”

From "The Mark of Athena" by Rick Riordan