Noun the salary's not great, but the perks make up for it

Recent Examples on the Web: Verb

This collection of glosses is meant to enhance your natural color, or perk up an existing color, and add dimension and shine to your look. Tanya Edwards, CNN Underscored, "Here’s how to refresh your hair color at home," 19 Aug. 2020

But relying on banana peels to perk up your houseplants isn’t your best bet. Andrea Beck, Better Homes & Gardens, "Can You Use Banana Peels to Fertilize Your Houseplants?," 12 Aug. 2020

Most plants will perk up and adjust to whatever light is available in the first few weeks, but read the plant tag or description to give it a good spot. Arricca Elin Sansone, House Beautiful, "The Beginner’s Guide to Becoming a Plant Person," 11 Aug. 2020

Teddi and Rinna perk up like Cocker Spaniels at that random detail. Jodi Walker, EW.com, "The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills," 6 Aug. 2020

The party is being hosted by Hoyt Hillenkoetter, and the name makes Elliot perk up. Rachel Paige, refinery29.com, "R29 Binge Club: Umbrella Academy Season 2 Recap," 3 Aug. 2020

First, perk up your complexion and enhance your natural radiance by exfoliating. Bella Cacciatore, Glamour, "Dolphin Skin Is Summer’s Glowiest Skin Trend, and I Tried It," 30 July 2020

There’s also no guarantee that the economy will perk back up as the city and state continue to reopen, Reich said. Obed Manuel, Dallas News, "Tough budget talks ahead for Dallas officials as calls to defund police grow louder," 18 June 2020

Fresh herbs perk up a salad and can be added to salad dressing for even more flavor. oregonlive, "How to grow herbs indoors to spice up your cooking," 9 June 2020

Recent Examples on the Web: Noun

In what amounts to a rare and unique perk of his job, Curt Melcher, director of the department, was presented with a frog leg lunch that day. Bill Monroe, oregonlive, "Bill Monroe: Eat a frog, save a frog (or fish, pond turtle, etc.)," 5 Sep. 2020

Another perk of decorating for the holidays on the earlier side? Good Housekeeping Editors, Good Housekeeping, "Putting Your Holiday Decorations Up Early Could Make You Happier, According to Experts," 1 Sep. 2020

Also, GrubHub users can access a perk in the app for $5 off from the restaurant. Trevor Fraser, orlandosentinel.com, "Firehouse Subs offers $5 off through GrubHub," 28 Aug. 2020

An outdoor pool overlooking Narragansett Bay and complimentary bikes to explore Newport are also a huge perk for families. Erica Lamberg, USA TODAY, "These social-distancing-friendly, multigenerational family trips will appeal to the whole family," 12 Aug. 2020

Self-parking at the resorts is now free again, a welcome perk for those road-tripping to Sin City. Juliana Shallcross, Condé Nast Traveler, "Where to Watch 4th of July Fireworks in Las Vegas," 4 July 2020

Though rewards programs are most commonly associated with credit cards, some banks offer this perk too. Whizy Kim, refinery29.com, "Is It Time To Ditch Your Bank? Here Are Some Reasons To Switch," 17 Aug. 2020

Here’s another perk: Get 30% off select backpacks during The North Face’s sale this weekend, Aug. 14-16. oregonlive, "Need a backpack for traveling or school? Check out the North Face’s 30% off sale," 14 Aug. 2020

Employees are already putting this new perk to work. Kelli Bender, PEOPLE.com, "Company Paying Employees to Rescue Pets By Covering Adoption Fees for Cats and Dogs," 11 Aug. 2020

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