The phrase "to earn a raise" means to receive an increase in salary or payment by doing well in one's job or meeting certain conditions set by the employer.
Sentences with «to earn a raise»
I'm always surprised when I hear that a recent college graduate has failed to earn a raise at her first annual review. (careerdigital.com)
Among those who now earn more, 30 percent earned a raise, 10 percent got a better paying job and 8 percent enjoyed both. (bankrate.com)
The salary schedules for most districts allow you to earn a raise once you have completed your master's degree. (teach.us)