Social Security number

noun

: a number that is given to each citizen of the U.S. by the government and that is used for the Social Security program and for official forms and records

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And, starting this year and continuing through 2028, eligible taxpayers age 65 or older with a valid Social Security number may claim an additional deduction of up to $6,000 per person or up to $12,000 for married couples filing jointly (if both spouses qualify). —Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 14 Apr. 2026

To find out when to expect your state return, enter your Social Security number and your state refund amount. —Hali Smith, Idaho Statesman, 14 Apr. 2026

Are you being asked to provide your Social Security number, credit card number or some other super personal information? —Jasmin Suknanan, CNBC, 10 Apr. 2026

That process includes submitting basic information like your name, home address, date of birth and Social Security number to be added to a national database. —Tiffani Jackson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 10 Apr. 2026

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