entitlement
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But when other people are taking care of business, that can, as you suggest, give beneficiaries a feeling of entitlement.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 1, 2026
The government auctions off so-called certificates of entitlement, or COEs, without which a car isn’t allowed on the road.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 28, 2026
Jenrick estimates after assessments of people already claiming, 2.16 million will keep their cash entitlement in full, while 2.89 million will see it modified or withdrawn.
From BBC ● Aug. 15, 2026
“Your benefits may begin the first month in which the later marriage ends if all entitlement requirements are met.”
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 29, 2026
The character has to project entitlement, a whiff of corrosive self-regard.
From "Drama High" by Michael Sokolove
The novel follows David’s journey to the appointment, which involves private jets, luxe hotels and other entitlements of a wealthy man making his exit.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 1, 2026
BBC Scotland News understands those who choose to leave the firm will receive £10,000 on top of their statutory redundancy entitlements.
From BBC ● Aug. 18, 2026
Some 95% of that transfer is complete, but negotiations over final entitlements have been stuck for years.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 13, 2026
"We have prepared all the rights and entitlements that must be given to the fallen soldiers. Among these is compensation from the United Nations," Agus said after attending Zulmi’s funeral.
From Barron's ● Apr. 5, 2026
One old man named Halloran—a man of Hibernian entitlements and discretions, explained it to me.
From Cabbages and Kings by O. Henry
Vocabulary lists containing entitlement
A Word's-Eye View of the Primetime GOP Debate (Aug. 6, 2015)
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Top Ten Most Relevant Words from the Third Republican Debate, October 28, 2015
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U.S. Government - Middle School and High School
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