1
as in reductions
something that is or may be subtracted
contestants get a deduction from their scores for every incorrect guess
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as in subtractions
the act or an instance of taking away from a total
the deduction of the amount awarded to the plaintiff in order to pay the legal fees
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as in inferences
an opinion arrived at through a process of reasoning
his impressive deduction of the correct answer from only a few hints
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Recent Examples of deductions
There is arguably no issue that unifies the online gambling community more than repealing a new tax rule capping gambling deductions to 90% of losses.
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Dan Bernstein, Sportico.com, 14 May 2026
In other words, these deductions can be significant, particularly for recipients whose Social Security benefits are already modest.
—Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 13 May 2026
House Bill 1221, which was also killed by sponsors Monday afternoon, sought to limit deductions for executive compensation and operating losses.
—Nick Coltrain, Denver Post, 13 May 2026
Taxpayers who were assessed interest that began accruing during that period may also be eligible for refunds on those deductions, along with those who overpaid interest for that time.
—Connor Greene, Time, 11 May 2026
The premiums charged were not actuarially determined, similar insurance options were available more cheaply on the open insurance market, the premiums were not negotiated at arm's length, and the taxpayer's operating business was motivated to pay higher premiums so as to realize greater deductions.
—Jay Adkisson, Forbes.com, 10 May 2026
Trim or eliminate tariffs, protect our veterans and disabled people’s finances and security, increase Social Security to reflect higher prices, more tax deductions.
—Lucas Robinson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 May 2026
Employee paycheck information is available in detail by category, such as deductions, hours, earnings, and taxes, or in summary.
—Kathy Yakal, PC Magazine, 6 May 2026
Specifically, the cap for deductions for state and local taxes (SALT) increased to $40,000 for 2025 from $10,000 the year before.
—Elliot Raphaelson, The Orlando Sentinel, 1 May 2026
Dan Bernstein, Sportico.com, 14 May 2026
In other words, these deductions can be significant, particularly for recipients whose Social Security benefits are already modest.
—Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 13 May 2026
House Bill 1221, which was also killed by sponsors Monday afternoon, sought to limit deductions for executive compensation and operating losses.
—Nick Coltrain, Denver Post, 13 May 2026
Taxpayers who were assessed interest that began accruing during that period may also be eligible for refunds on those deductions, along with those who overpaid interest for that time.
—Connor Greene, Time, 11 May 2026
The premiums charged were not actuarially determined, similar insurance options were available more cheaply on the open insurance market, the premiums were not negotiated at arm's length, and the taxpayer's operating business was motivated to pay higher premiums so as to realize greater deductions.
—Jay Adkisson, Forbes.com, 10 May 2026
Trim or eliminate tariffs, protect our veterans and disabled people’s finances and security, increase Social Security to reflect higher prices, more tax deductions.
—Lucas Robinson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 May 2026
Employee paycheck information is available in detail by category, such as deductions, hours, earnings, and taxes, or in summary.
—Kathy Yakal, PC Magazine, 6 May 2026
Specifically, the cap for deductions for state and local taxes (SALT) increased to $40,000 for 2025 from $10,000 the year before.
—Elliot Raphaelson, The Orlando Sentinel, 1 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for deductions
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All major bills passed, including a bailout for Hennepin County Medical Center, license tab reductions, a bonding bill and property tax relief.—
Esme Murphy,
CBS News,
18 May 2026
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The Board of Trade, the ministry spokesperson said, would allow the two sides to discuss issues such as tariff reductions on specific products.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
18 May 2026
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The Tribune is tracking the major roster additions, subtractions and announcements of local teams.—
Colleen Kane,
Chicago Tribune,
20 Apr. 2026
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It’s now owned by Bacardi, and the lineup has seen some additions and subtractions over the past few years.—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
15 Apr. 2026
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Certain lower-risk administrative technologies are expressly excluded, including spreadsheets requiring human analysis, workflow management and routing tools, and systems that simply organize or summarize information without generating predictions or inferences.—
Alonzo Martinez,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2026
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With this data, scientists can draw inferences about consciousness.—
Emma Gometz,
Scientific American,
15 May 2026
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Memorial Day sales are typically the perfect time to stock up on travel essentials before summer, with discounts on everything from durable carry-ons to comfortable walking shoes.—
Erin Cavoto,
Travel + Leisure,
16 May 2026
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Additionally, both chains are offering discounts on kid-friendly snacks, such as the Snack Pack at Regal Cinemas.—
Saleen Martin,
USA Today,
16 May 2026
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Gaff ultimately admitted to his crimes in open court and provided details consistent with the determinations of police investigations, according to police.—
Nadine El-Bawab,
ABC News,
14 May 2026
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Arizona coach Tommy Lloyd’s decision to pass on North Carolina and remain with the Wildcats brought him a raise, more money for his staff and a new chain of command, as the school’s president will make more high-level determinations for the program, rather than the athletic director.—
Chris Vannini,
New York Times,
4 May 2026
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But too few of those ideas yield satisfying conclusions, resulting in a drama that becomes treacly and insubstantial, reaching for a profundity that remains elusive.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
16 May 2026
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But John Healey, a former Senate Republican chief of staff who is now Stewart’s senior adviser, cautioned against jumping to conclusions.—
Christopher Keating,
Hartford Courant,
14 May 2026
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At a time when the world seems more absurd than ever, the need has only grown for a deftly incisive voice with the courage to decry truthiness to power, regardless of consequences.—
Eric Deggans,
NPR,
18 May 2026
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As mental health crises and resources continue to stretch, many fear the consequences could echo the fallout from the Covid pandemic.—
Will Barker,
TheWeek,
18 May 2026
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The Sun forms a cazimi with Mercury in Taurus in your 3rd House of Communication, illuminating messages, conversations, errands, and daily decisions with unusual clarity.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
14 May 2026
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Presidential records are essential for the transfer of power between Administrations and helping lawmakers understand how past decisions were made.—
Ruth Marcus,
New Yorker,
14 May 2026
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“Deductions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/deductions. Accessed 20 May. 2026.
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