rebate

noun

Definition of rebatenext
1
as in discount

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2
as in refund

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Recent Examples of rebate Making a higher down payment (an automaker’s cash rebate can come in handy here) can sometimes trigger a notch lower interest rate by incrementally reducing the outstanding balance, and in turn the lender’s financial risk. — Jim Gorzelany, Forbes.com, 23 June 2026 However, the Indiana Department of Homeland Security has a rebate program for for the installation of residential safe rooms. — John Tufts, IndyStar, 18 June 2026 In May at the Cannes Film Festival, Saudi officials announced plans to hike the country’s incentive for international productions to a hefty 60% rebate for eligible local spending. — Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 19 June 2026 The CalFresh Fruit and Vegetable EBT program, which began in 2023, allows recipients to earn a $1 rebate on their EBT card for every $1 of CalFresh benefits spent on any fresh fruits and vegetables at a participating retailer. — Lyanne Wang, CBS News, 2 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for rebate
Recent Examples of Synonyms for rebate
  1. discount
  2. refund
  3. reduction
  4. outlay
  5. deduction
  6. expenditure
  7. abatement
  8. indemnity
Noun
  • Unlike the federal tax credits that expired in September, these incentives offer an instant discount and don’t require buyers to apply for credit later.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 3 July 2026
  • Harteveldt said American tends to be the most aggressive with discounts out of the three largest airlines in the country, but lack of competition in Charlotte poses its own risks.
    — DJ Simmons, Charlotte Observer, 2 July 2026
Definition of discount
Noun
  • To submit their refund request, consumers will be asked to cut the product's cord and upload a photo of the product's serial number and the cut cord.
    — Ingrid Vasquez, PEOPLE, 1 July 2026
  • Sportswear giant Nike posted quarterly earnings that topped forecasts, aided by an expected refund of nearly $986 million in tariffs.
    — Justina Lee, CNBC, 1 July 2026
Definition of refund
Noun
  • In Cañon City, Colorado, authorities are aiming for a 20% to 30% reduction in water use while asking residents to voluntarily conserve outdoor water consumption.
    — Jeanine Santucci, USA Today, 5 July 2026
  • Voltage reductions were also happening earlier in the day in parts of Staten Island, Queens, the Bronx, Brooklyn and Westchester, Con Edison spokesperson Jamie McShane told CNN.
    — Mary Gilbert, CNN Money, 4 July 2026
Definition of reduction
Noun
  • Individuals prioritizing community involvement may invest time rather than money, emphasizing social capital over financial outlay.
    — Wes Moss, Forbes.com, 29 June 2026
  • The City Council also approved increasing the Police Department’s capital outlay budget by $100,000 to purchase a patrol vehicle for the new officer and increasing the operating budget by $15,800 for equipment.
    — Camryn Dadey, Sacbee.com, 25 June 2026
Definition of outlay
Noun
  • That shift can mean a lower standard deduction and narrower brackets, raising taxes even when expenses haven't dropped.
    — Christine Michel Carter, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026
  • Without the match sweetening the deal, the argument for prioritizing retirement contributions over debt payoff weakens somewhat — though the tax deduction on traditional 401(k) contributions still has value.
    — Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 1 July 2026
Definition of deduction
Noun
  • The company plans to invest $11 billion globally in capital expenditures and research and development between 2025 and 2028, with a focus on technologies that support electrification and the energy transition.
    — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 3 July 2026
  • American Mission’s ads are independent expenditures, so the political committee cannot legally coordinate with the campaign or get Donalds’ approval.
    — Claire Heddles, Miami Herald, 2 July 2026
Definition of expenditure
Noun
  • The district finished abatement for the properties this May, meaning issues like asbestos and standing storm water were resolved, and buildings were cleared for demolition.
    — Addison Wright, Chicago Tribune, 4 July 2026
  • If this happens, consult a heating, cooling, or mold abatement professional.
    — Shagun Khare, The Spruce, 28 June 2026
Definition of abatement
Noun
  • The 1825 indemnity was 150 million francs or 10 times annual revenues and was later reduced.
    — Paul Vallas, Chicago Tribune, 22 June 2026
  • The College de France had a big conference about the indemnity that France forced Haiti to pay.
    — Nick Miller, New York Times, 12 June 2026
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