1
: an act or instance of using a file
2
: a fragment rubbed off in filing
iron filings
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: an act or instance of filing something
2
: a document filed
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Emma Tucker, CNN Money, 15 Feb. 2026
Filers could see bigger tax refunds For the 2026 filing season, the size of tax refunds has been a key political topic with the midterm elections approaching.
—Kate Dore, Cfp®, Ea, CNBC, 14 Feb. 2026
The officer, who is not named in court filings, fired his handgun, striking Sosa-Celis.
—Arkansas Online, 14 Feb. 2026
After reporting Rotter, Walker said he was subjected to racial harassment and a hostile working environment, including being denied overtime, training and advancement opportunities, according to court filings.
—Lillie Davidson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Feb. 2026
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Noun
In a January 16 court filing supporting criminal charges against the two men, the DOJ asserted Aljorna was the one driving the vehicle.
—Emma Tucker, CNN Money, 15 Feb. 2026
Filers could see bigger tax refunds For the 2026 filing season, the size of tax refunds has been a key political topic with the midterm elections approaching.
—Kate Dore, Cfp®, Ea, CNBC, 14 Feb. 2026
The officer, who is not named in court filings, fired his handgun, striking Sosa-Celis.
—Arkansas Online, 14 Feb. 2026
After reporting Rotter, Walker said he was subjected to racial harassment and a hostile working environment, including being denied overtime, training and advancement opportunities, according to court filings.
—Lillie Davidson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Feb. 2026
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“Filing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/filing. Accessed 16 Feb. 2026.
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