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Compensation

usgb/ˌkɑːmpenˈseɪʃn/Volume
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Beyond Money

Compensation can be non-financial, such as a favor or a benefit.

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He asked for extra vacation days as compensation for working weekends.
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Not Always Fair

Compensation might not fully cover a loss or may seem inadequate to some people.

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They felt the compensation for the property damage was too low.
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Legal Context

Compensation is often used in legal settings involving settlements or damages.

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The company offered compensation to settle the lawsuit out of court.
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