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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2
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
The Premier League has previously punished Everton and Nottingham Forest with points deductions for breaching PSR.
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Dan Sheldon, New York Times, 10 Apr. 2025
One policy solution to address worsening inequality, is reducing federal tax deductions for mortgage interest and local property taxes and creating tax credits for rental payments.
—Daryl Fairweather, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
In addition to extra income, a side job can open up tax-saving opportunities such as deductions for business meals, transportation, a computer, supplies or a home office, Valentino said.
—Russ Wiles, USA Today, 6 Apr. 2025
Republicans are still debating what will be included in the bill, but the legislation will likely heavily tilt toward rate cuts and deductions for households, rather than big reductions for corporations.
—Bloomberg News, Boston Herald, 5 Apr. 2025
However, the Court declined tax deductions for buffalo meat and special vitamin supplements to enhance strength and muscle development, according to TurboTax.
—Medora Lee, USA Today, 4 Apr. 2025
Begin to take stock of your expenses throughout the year, aiming to ultimately maximize deductions.
—Zahir Khoja, Forbes.com, 4 Apr. 2025
Everyone's always trying to pay less tax, hunting for as many tax deductions as possible to cut their tax bill.
—Medora Lee, USA Today, 4 Apr. 2025
Here are examples of extraordinary deductions taxpayers have asked for and received from the IRS.
—Medora Lee, USA Today, 4 Apr. 2025
Dan Sheldon, New York Times, 10 Apr. 2025
One policy solution to address worsening inequality, is reducing federal tax deductions for mortgage interest and local property taxes and creating tax credits for rental payments.
—Daryl Fairweather, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
In addition to extra income, a side job can open up tax-saving opportunities such as deductions for business meals, transportation, a computer, supplies or a home office, Valentino said.
—Russ Wiles, USA Today, 6 Apr. 2025
Republicans are still debating what will be included in the bill, but the legislation will likely heavily tilt toward rate cuts and deductions for households, rather than big reductions for corporations.
—Bloomberg News, Boston Herald, 5 Apr. 2025
However, the Court declined tax deductions for buffalo meat and special vitamin supplements to enhance strength and muscle development, according to TurboTax.
—Medora Lee, USA Today, 4 Apr. 2025
Begin to take stock of your expenses throughout the year, aiming to ultimately maximize deductions.
—Zahir Khoja, Forbes.com, 4 Apr. 2025
Everyone's always trying to pay less tax, hunting for as many tax deductions as possible to cut their tax bill.
—Medora Lee, USA Today, 4 Apr. 2025
Here are examples of extraordinary deductions taxpayers have asked for and received from the IRS.
—Medora Lee, USA Today, 4 Apr. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for deductions
Noun
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Yet another reason for rate reductions.—
Robert Barone,
Forbes,
23 Dec. 2024
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Mass deportations and reductions in legal immigration could lead to significant labor shortages, disrupting productivity and economic stability.—
Solange Charas,
Forbes,
23 Dec. 2024
Noun
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Administrative law judges would have 180 days after petitions are filed to make final determinations.—
Ron Hurtibise,
Sun Sentinel,
19 Mar. 2025
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However, a maximum of three artists are allowed to be selected and determinations are made by a private vote.—
Ryan Fleming,
Deadline,
13 Mar. 2025
Noun
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The ability to draw statistical conclusions and use predictive analytics to reduce hazards with fewer resources is made possible by them.—
Chuck Brooks,
Forbes,
24 Dec. 2024
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The Department of Justice conducted its own independent investigation and reached the same fundamental conclusions.—
Gord Magill,
Newsweek,
21 Dec. 2024
Noun
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This divide has serious consequences for gender equality and economic opportunity.—
Joseph Cimpian,
The Conversation,
8 Jan. 2025
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But their consequences will not.—
The Editors,
National Review,
8 Jan. 2025
Noun
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This information helps policymakers, educators, and community leaders make informed decisions about educational interventions and resource allocation.—
Sarah Scott,
Parents,
19 Mar. 2025
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In the Dolphins’ case, those player procurement decisions fall on the feet of general manager Chris Grier and (on the offensive side), Mike McDaniel.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
19 Mar. 2025
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“Deductions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/deductions. Accessed 25 Apr. 2025.
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