salary

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After the season, there were reports that Mara asked for an inordinate salary increase while demanding that he set his own practice schedule.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 7, 2026

The union also wants to push the annual salary of a starting teacher from $68,695 to $77,670, a 13% jump.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 7, 2026

So, the syndicates switched to online fraud instead, luring young workers from around the world with attractive salary offers.

From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026

That is high compared to the average monthly salary, which is estimated to be between $200 and $300.

From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026

“I am the breadwinner in this family, and I don't think it's unreasonable for me to spend at least a portion of my salary however the hell I see fit.”

From "Black Swan Green" by David Mitchell