paycheck
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Definition
A paycheck is the money an employee receives for their work, often given as a physical check or through bank deposit. It can also mean the piece of paper that shows your salary and deductions.
Usage & Nuances
'Paycheck' is mostly used in American English; in British English, 'pay packet' or 'salary' are more common. It can refer to both the money earned and the physical or digital statement. Common phrases: 'live paycheck to paycheck', 'get your paycheck'. Not the same as 'pay slip', which is only the statement.
Example Sentences
My paycheck arrives every Friday.
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She received her first paycheck from her new job.
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He saves part of his paycheck every month.
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I can't wait for my paycheck to clear so I can pay my bills.
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We're living paycheck to paycheck these days.
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Did your paycheck show the overtime hours you worked?
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