wage
Example Sentences
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Brave paid £105,000 to retain her for 2026, a remarkable rise from her £12,500 wage in last year's competition.
From BBC • Apr. 28, 2026
The metric he returns to is the bottom 50% of wage earners.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 24, 2026
Given his performances this season, it would be remarkable if United do not come up with a huge new deal, even if co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe is trying to drive down wage costs.
From BBC • Apr. 24, 2026
The earlier a player is selected, the more money he stands to make, thanks to the NFL’s rookie wage scale.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 23, 2026
“There was nothing for me to do at home. My family is not rich, and King Cai offers a steady wage to his guards.”
From "Huntress" by Malinda Lo
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