stipend
noun
sti·pend
ˈstī-ˌpend 
-pənd
: a fixed sum of money paid periodically for services or to defray expenses
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Examples of stipend in a Sentence
He receives a small stipend for his work as a research fellow.
the stipend you'll receive as an intern will just barely cover your housing costs
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Historically, staff at nonprofit organizations were seen mostly as civic-minded volunteers entitled to a gas and meal stipend wishing to support their community.
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William Mullane, USA TODAY, 11 May 2024
The state is offering free training through the Keys to Literacy program and a $1,200 stipend for those who complete the training.
—Caroline Beck, The Indianapolis Star, 9 May 2024
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William Mullane, USA TODAY, 11 May 2024
The state is offering free training through the Keys to Literacy program and a $1,200 stipend for those who complete the training.
—Caroline Beck, The Indianapolis Star, 9 May 2024
See all Example Sentences for stipend
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“Stipend.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/stipend. Accessed 17 May. 2024.
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stipend
noun
sti·pend
ˈstī-ˌpend
-pənd
: a sum of money paid at regular times for services or expenses
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