Meanings
How to pronounce "golden handcuffs":
AU
Any arrangement or agreement designed to provide extremely favorable benefits or pay, so as to discourage a participant from choosing to leave it, especially to retain a choice employee in a role that is unpleasant to them.
Example Sentences
1
Many employees feel trapped in their jobs because of golden handcuffs, which provide them with lucrative benefits they don't want to give up.
2
She accepted the new position solely because of the golden handcuffs, even though she was unhappy with the work environment.
3
The executive lost motivation to seek other opportunities because of the golden handcuffs tying him to the company.
4
After receiving a hefty signing bonus, Sam found himself stuck in the golden handcuffs of his new employer.
5
Despite the stressful work environment, Sarah remained in the job due to the golden handcuffs offered by the company.
