Economic Stimulus Measures

noun a sum of money distributed by a government to its citizens with the aim of stimulating the economy

• The concept of helicopter money involves the direct distribution of money to citizens by the government.
• Some people believe that helicopter money could help boost the economy by putting more cash in people's hands.
• I heard that some politicians are talking about just giving out helicopter money to everyone.
• In times of economic crisis, policymakers may consider using helicopter money as a last resort to stimulate spending.

noun a word that can serve as the subject or object of a verb

• The government introduced a new scrappage incentive to encourage people to trade in their old cars for newer, more environmentally friendly models.
• Hey, did you hear about that new scrappage incentive? You can get money back for trading in your old car!
• I'm thinking about taking advantage of that scrappage incentive deal to upgrade my ride.
• The company's decision to offer a scrappage incentive was like a breath of fresh air for their struggling sales numbers.