Either one would count as a very nice raise, of course: Lincecum made $13 million in 2011.

There were good reasons: We needed more space, and I'd gotten a nice raise (I was then working in the advertising industry).

"Yes, a nice raise and a nice bonus."

First, the walkout had given him a nice raise and more benefits.

I sincerely hope it earns you a promotion and a nice raise.

At least I managed to scare The A.P. into giving him a nice raise.

He should get a nice raise for trying so hard.

But while garnering offers is fine, accepting them isn't, at least not if what you prefer is to keep your current job and get a nice raise.

At worst, Gilkey would be eligible for a nice raise over the $2.78 million he is earning this year.

Give the man a nice fat raise.