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as in drafting
to pick especially for required military service
unprepared for war, the government was forced to levy young citizens on a scale that was unprecedented in its history
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as in imposing
to establish or apply as a charge or penalty
the baseball commissioner levied a fine against every player involved in the fracas
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Recent Examples of levying
Hugh Cameron, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 Nov. 2025
Voters could face a decision to approve levying a 1% sales tax on unincorporated areas of Yolo County or a countywide 1% sales tax.
—Ishani Desai, Sacbee.com, 19 Nov. 2025
But Rubalcava’s colleagues on the dais were united in a clear stance against levying more taxes on tourists.
—Victoria Le, Oc Register, 29 Oct. 2025
Despite the United States levying double-digit duties not seen in nearly a century, global trade is maintaining its strength.
—Kate Nishimura, Sourcing Journal, 16 Oct. 2025
Most are financed by levying an additional tax on properties within the district.
—Thomas Gounley, Denver Post, 15 Oct. 2025
The uprising took place in the aftermath of the Black Death, as the king was levying higher taxes to fund the Hundred Years’ War.
—Brent Lang, Variety, 13 Oct. 2025
Following an outpouring of anger by passengers on social media, lawmakers in Canada and the United States criticized airlines last year, including Air Canada, for levying additional fees on luggage and seat assignments in certain economy classes.
—Reuters, USA Today, 2 Oct. 2025
Officials have invested time and money into setting up legal cannabis programs; by levying taxes on legal marijuana sales, states have turned recreational cannabis into a windfall.
—Nicholas Florko, The Atlantic, 16 Sep. 2025
Verb
As well as prohibiting establishments from refusing to accept cash, the bill prevents businesses from levying additional fees or surcharges on cash payments compared to cashless transactions.
—Hugh Cameron, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 Nov. 2025
Voters could face a decision to approve levying a 1% sales tax on unincorporated areas of Yolo County or a countywide 1% sales tax.
—Ishani Desai, Sacbee.com, 19 Nov. 2025
But Rubalcava’s colleagues on the dais were united in a clear stance against levying more taxes on tourists.
—Victoria Le, Oc Register, 29 Oct. 2025
Despite the United States levying double-digit duties not seen in nearly a century, global trade is maintaining its strength.
—Kate Nishimura, Sourcing Journal, 16 Oct. 2025
Most are financed by levying an additional tax on properties within the district.
—Thomas Gounley, Denver Post, 15 Oct. 2025
The uprising took place in the aftermath of the Black Death, as the king was levying higher taxes to fund the Hundred Years’ War.
—Brent Lang, Variety, 13 Oct. 2025
Following an outpouring of anger by passengers on social media, lawmakers in Canada and the United States criticized airlines last year, including Air Canada, for levying additional fees on luggage and seat assignments in certain economy classes.
—Reuters, USA Today, 2 Oct. 2025
Officials have invested time and money into setting up legal cannabis programs; by levying taxes on legal marijuana sales, states have turned recreational cannabis into a windfall.
—Nicholas Florko, The Atlantic, 16 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for levying
Noun
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During this service, attendees will reflect on the Lenten season through music, prayer, and the ritual of imposition of ashes.—
Ut Community Press,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
11 Feb. 2026
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Observing human behavior confirms that for some among us, the perfidious lust for unbridled power and the imposition of cruelty in its quest know no bounds and are bereft of human decency.—
A.O. Scott,
New York Times,
3 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Zokaie is drafting legislation that would also ban ICE agents from ever becoming local or state police officers.—
Trevor Hughes,
USA Today,
14 Feb. 2026
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The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, which is administering the program, advised states to use a $200 million annual estimate when drafting their applications.—
Jillian Taylor,
StateImpact,
13 Feb. 2026
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Couple his extroverted on-pitch personality and his, in theory, imposing 6ft 4in (195cm) frame that can be equally languid and driving in style, Onana should have all the characteristics to play among the elite.—
Jacob Tanswell,
New York Times,
9 Feb. 2026
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Last year, Republicans passed legislation to reduce spending on federal health programs and food assistance, largely by imposing work requirements on people receiving aid and by shifting certain costs onto the states.—
ALI SWENSON,
Arkansas Online,
9 Feb. 2026
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The research draws its strength in part from its reliance on the Nurses’ Health Study and Health Professionals Follow-up Study, which are two long-term datasets that repeatedly did dietary assessments.—
Madeline Holcombe,
CNN Money,
9 Feb. 2026
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The evaluation should include a cardiovascular assessment and a discussion about pre-existing medical conditions.—
Jessica Mekles,
FOXNews.com,
9 Feb. 2026
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As early as 1915, Anderson began recruiting actors for his Ethiopia Film and Stage Production Company and showing his work at KCK’s Dunbar Theatre.—
Elijah Winkler,
Kansas City Star,
10 Feb. 2026
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Vitello tried recruiting Eldridge out of James Madison High School, and Eldridge’s final two choices were between Alabama and Tennessee.—
Justice delos Santos,
Mercury News,
10 Feb. 2026
Verb
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In one instance, Cordero met with a foreign national and provided the individual with a passport and visa allowing travel to the United States in exchange for cash, according to charging documents.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
14 Feb. 2026
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New infrastructure, such as landing pads and charging stations, will support this growth.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
14 Feb. 2026
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For a 10-surprise-course fine-dining experience, visit Quila.—
Juliet Kinsman,
Condé Nast Traveler,
9 Feb. 2026
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The $50,000 fine is for a first offense, and that amount doubles after a school’s second.—
Ryan Morik,
FOXNews.com,
8 Feb. 2026
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On January 16, however, the Justice Department offered an account painting a different picture of the events in a filing supporting criminal charges against Sosa-Celis and Aljorna.—
Emma Tucker,
CNN Money,
15 Feb. 2026
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Jawan Jerome McBride, 21, is facing a charge of first-degree murder, his arrest report read.—
Devoun Cetoute,
Miami Herald,
14 Feb. 2026
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“Levying.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/levying. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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