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This tag is for questions seeking a single word that fits a meaning. To ensure that your question is not closed as off-topic, please be specific about the intended use of the word.  INCLUDE A SAMPLE SENTENCE demonstrating how the word would be used.  Click on "Info", or "View Tag" and "Learn more..." for more information. Please use the [phrase-requests] tag if you seek a phrase and the [terminology] tag if you seek a term in a specialized subject also.

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Word for a cushy position awarded to a crony?

sinecure: sinecure (sīˈnĭ-kyo͝orˌ, sĭnˈĭ-) n. A position or office that requires little or no work but provides a salary. n. Archaic An ecclesiastical benefice not attached to the spiritual duties of …
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A word for when one thanks another for being exact?

I think your option 2 is the strongest based on your stated intent. Here are some alternatives in that same vein, if they are helpful. a) Thank you for your thoughtfulness. b) Thank you for your car …
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