1
as in revenue
an increase usually measured in money that comes from labor, business, or property
her summer job gave her some extra income
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2
as in influx
a flowing or coming in
the income of matériel is still hampered by inadequate logistical support
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Recent Examples of income
For earnings, your tax forms may include a W-2 for wages, 1099-NEC for contract or gig economy work, 1099-G for unemployment income and 1099-R for retirement plan distributions.
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Kate Dore, Cfp®, Ea, CNBC, 29 Jan. 2025
The app teaches users how to live within their means through their smart banking platform which allocates their income to strategically save, and live a financially sustainable life, all while having a positive relationship with money.
—Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 29 Jan. 2025
Operating income for the quarter was $712 million, an increase of 1.7% from the previous year.
—Quartz Intelligence Newsroom, Quartz, 29 Jan. 2025
The poll grouped Americans by gender, age, education, religious service attendance, income and party identification.
—Natalie Demaree, Miami Herald, 29 Jan. 2025
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In its earnings report last week, Affirm reported better-than-expected quarterly revenue and posted a surprise profit from the holiday period.—
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Some revenue has come in through hosting events such as musical and dance performances and a coffee attended by more than 130 people, McKelvey said.—
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For many households, their tax refund check — which last year averaged more than $3,100 — is often their biggest cash influx of the year.—
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Human rights groups say the expulsion of Palestinians would likely violate international law. Egypt has warned that any mass influx of Palestinians from Gaza would undermine its nearly half-century peace treaty with Israel, a cornerstone of U.S. influence in the region.—
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Southwest last month reported fourth-quarter profits that surpassed Wall Street estimates, on the back of improved airfares and strong holiday travel demand.—
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That helped offset a 5.5% drop for Conagra Brands, which lowered its forecasts for upcoming profit and other financial measures.—
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“Income.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/income. Accessed 27 Feb. 2025.
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