Synonyms

dues

British

/ djuːz /

plural noun

(sometimes singular) charges, as for membership of a club or organization; fees

trade-union dues

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Once elected, Nichols led a drive to affiliate her union with the Teamsters — a linkage that brought a more combative approach as well as higher dues.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

Beginning in the 1970s, many states adopted labor laws and bargaining arrangements that made it cheaper and easier for these unions to recruit members, collect dues and mobilize members in politics.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026

The trust would still have to pay the bills, and the timeshare company could — in theory — sue the trust for unpaid dues.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 16, 2026

Dipu's killing sparked protests in Dhaka; his employers have cleared his dues and promised to build the house he dreamed of.

From BBC • Feb. 15, 2026

And Willie—he tends to all of our church dues, insurance, lodge dues, and Saturday Night.

From "The Heart is a Lonely Hunter" by Carson McCullers

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