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
The bill also would raise the standard deductions from $24,000 to $30,000 for Georgians filing joint returns.
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Dan Raby, CBS News, 3 Apr. 2026
However, starting in January 2026, employee paycheck withholdings should reflect the tips and overtime deductions, which means workers will see the benefit each pay period rather than via a lump sum next tax season.
—Kate Dore, Cfp®, Ea, CNBC, 2 Apr. 2026
And their donors and boosters would no longer be eligible to receive tax deductions for gifting money to a program, just like a regular customer at a restaurant doesn’t receive a tax break for regularly dining there.
—Andrew Urbaczewski, The Conversation, 2 Apr. 2026
From office supplies to mileage and home office expenses, these deductions lower the profit subject to income tax and self-employment tax.
—David Schepp, Encyclopedia Britannica, 2 Apr. 2026
However, with credits, deductions, different tax brackets and a host of other things, determining what your taxable income actually is can be tricky.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 1 Apr. 2026
Eligibility changes for tax credits and deductions could dent the size of a refund.
—Medora Lee, USA Today, 30 Mar. 2026
Without proper documentation, even legitimate donations may not qualify for deductions.
—Kansas City Star, 27 Mar. 2026
Any one of these events can alter your income, your deductions, or both.
—Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 Mar. 2026
Dan Raby, CBS News, 3 Apr. 2026
However, starting in January 2026, employee paycheck withholdings should reflect the tips and overtime deductions, which means workers will see the benefit each pay period rather than via a lump sum next tax season.
—Kate Dore, Cfp®, Ea, CNBC, 2 Apr. 2026
And their donors and boosters would no longer be eligible to receive tax deductions for gifting money to a program, just like a regular customer at a restaurant doesn’t receive a tax break for regularly dining there.
—Andrew Urbaczewski, The Conversation, 2 Apr. 2026
From office supplies to mileage and home office expenses, these deductions lower the profit subject to income tax and self-employment tax.
—David Schepp, Encyclopedia Britannica, 2 Apr. 2026
However, with credits, deductions, different tax brackets and a host of other things, determining what your taxable income actually is can be tricky.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 1 Apr. 2026
Eligibility changes for tax credits and deductions could dent the size of a refund.
—Medora Lee, USA Today, 30 Mar. 2026
Without proper documentation, even legitimate donations may not qualify for deductions.
—Kansas City Star, 27 Mar. 2026
Any one of these events can alter your income, your deductions, or both.
—Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for deductions
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The funding is ongoing while Colorado challenges the policy in court, but if reductions are made permanent, Mahanan predicts a wave of day care closures, almost overnight.—
Shay Castle,
Denver Post,
30 Mar. 2026
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Dell said in its 10-K that fiscal 2026 headcount reductions stemmed from employee reorganizations, limits on external hiring, and other cost-alignment measures tied to its business modernization efforts.—
Sheryl Estrada,
Fortune,
30 Mar. 2026
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And at 27-22, the Warriors were already in need of additions, not subtractions, for a real chance at a deep playoff run.—
Peter Sblendorio,
New York Daily News,
29 Jan. 2026
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The factors considered when assigning the grade for future outlook were potential new voices/subtractions in the front office and coaching staff, cap space to work with this offseason and draft picks available in 2026 and 2027.—
Saad Yousuf,
New York Times,
15 Jan. 2026
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The problem is that such inferences are often wildly speculative and will almost certainly lead to false convictions or arrests.—
Graham Hillard,
The Washington Examiner,
20 Mar. 2026
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In the video, which circulated Tuesday on social media, Dye used voices that made inferences about Malukas’ sexuality.—
Jenna Fryer,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Mar. 2026
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From Amazon Big Spring deals our readers love and discounts on top outdoor tools and lawn equipment at The Home Depot to tech deals at Best Buy and rare spring savings on Bluetti power stations, here's what to shop right now.—
Kasey Caminiti,
USA Today,
28 Mar. 2026
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Our deals page has tons of tech discounts for you!—
K. Thor Jensen,
PC Magazine,
27 Mar. 2026
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The failure to routinely consider parental gun practices, including gun storage and children’s access, in custody determinations is notable – not just because unsecured guns pose a significant danger to children, but because other less substantial risks regularly factor into custody decisions.—
Marcia Zug,
The Conversation,
2 Apr. 2026
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Those determinations complete the World Cup’s 48-team draw, as well as the full schedule, as North America for the first time serves as host.—
Michael McGough,
Sacbee.com,
1 Apr. 2026
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Fifteen minutes later, the board reconvenes and compares conclusions before continuing the discussion.—
Jane Sadowsky,
Fortune,
28 Mar. 2026
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Again, there were hints in the data but no definitive conclusions.—
Mariangela Lisanti,
Twin Cities,
27 Mar. 2026
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As Kansas City considers big changes to its rules for developers seeking tax breaks, local affordable housing advocates want officials to pump the brakes and think more about the consequences of such a shift.—
Chris Higgins,
Kansas City Star,
31 Mar. 2026
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Millions of Americans enrolled in Medicare Advantage are approaching a critical deadline that could have long-lasting financial consequences.—
Amanda Greenwood,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Mar. 2026
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By the time he gets called, families can be at war over decisions about dad’s house, mom’s assets or grandma’s healthcare.—
Carol Marbin Miller,
Miami Herald,
2 Apr. 2026
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Their intensity and compression of timescale require curatorial decisions to be shaped by different tempos of attention.—
Manuela Moscoso,
Artforum,
2 Apr. 2026
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“Deductions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/deductions. Accessed 4 Apr. 2026.
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