lagniappe

Example Sentences

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The money that gets taxed is mostly what economists call excess returns and what a Louisianian might call lagniappe — profits in excess of what is necessary to motivate investment.

From New York Times

In his essential book "Imbibe," David Wondrich calls the Sazerac — created in the Crescent City before the turn of the 20th century — "New Orleans' own liquid lagniappe."

From Salon

“My way to break down barriers, connect with people, and start to see each other on a human level: a bit of lagniappe, as we say in Louisiana.”

From Los Angeles Times

The rest of the trip was lagniappe: fishing, playing games, hanging out around the camp.

From Washington Times

They also come with their tops still attached, a lagniappe of extra herbs that give you the best two-for-one deal at the markets.

From Los Angeles Times