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double-dipping
[ duhb-uhl-dip-ing ]
noun
- the act or practice of receiving more than one income or collecting double benefits from the same employer or organization.
yvlog History and Origins
Origin of double-dipping1
Example Sentences
Over several years, per the CFPB, the bank was “systematically double-dipping on fees imposed on customers with insufficient funds in their account, withholding reward bonuses explicitly promised to credit card customers, and misappropriating sensitive personal information to open accounts without customer knowledge or authorization.”
In a 2010 debate for the position of California attorney general, moderators asked Ms Harris and her Republican opponent Steve Cooley about a controversial practice known as double-dipping, which allows a public official to draw from their government salary as well as a pension.
“Double-dipping? Now that does bother me,” Slavin said.
Preparing and keeping foods at the right temperature, avoiding cross contamination — no double-dipping! — and being mindful about leaving out perishable snacks like chicken wings, meatballs and veggie platters are all keys to keep people from getting sick, health experts said.
Every expense must be taken out of its designated envelope — no double-dipping.
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