1
as in deductions
something that is or may be subtracted
entitled to a tax abatement for child care expenses
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2
as in reductions
the amount by which something is lessened
there's been a significant abatement in noise from the floor above since the upstairs neighbors installed carpets
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as in abolitions
the doing away with something by formal action
sought an abatement of the court proceeding on the grounds that the plaintiff had no legal standing in the case
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Recent Examples of abatements
For years, the city has calculated its compliance with that limit using a methodology that excludes certain abatements from the operating levy, relying largely on a crisis-era attorney general opinion addressing reserves for uncollectible taxes tied to debt service.
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Martha E. Stark, New York Daily News, 4 Mar. 2026
The progress following the clearing was short-lived, as some unhoused residents returned, despite the threat of periodic abatements.
—Devan Patel, Mercury News, 27 Feb. 2026
Independence would issue up to $150 billion in industrial revenue bonds for the data center’s construction and equipment — which Nebius would be on the hook for paying back — that would then qualify the project for abatements on both real property and personal property taxes.
—Ilana Arougheti, Kansas City Star, 25 Feb. 2026
Large corporations are able to get property tax abatements on a dime for dollar basis.
—Eleanor Dearman, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Feb. 2026
Why should developers along this 2-mile stretch of Broadway receive sweeping property tax abatements for doing exactly what the law already requires?
—Jack Markowski, Chicago Tribune, 26 Jan. 2026
The City of Boston agreed to stop inflating the assessed value, and taxes, for commercial properties that file abatements, according to a watchdog group that slammed the practice as retaliatory and unlawful and later filed suit against the city.
—Gayla Cawley, Boston Herald, 14 Jan. 2026
When xAI inquired about the site, and didn’t ask for property tax abatements, many politicians and local agencies were elated.
—Andrew R. Chow, Time, 13 Aug. 2025
Exemptions are better than abatements—Exemptions for a set period with specific set asides seem to create the most predictability for the developer.
—Roger Valdez, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2025
Martha E. Stark, New York Daily News, 4 Mar. 2026
The progress following the clearing was short-lived, as some unhoused residents returned, despite the threat of periodic abatements.
—Devan Patel, Mercury News, 27 Feb. 2026
Independence would issue up to $150 billion in industrial revenue bonds for the data center’s construction and equipment — which Nebius would be on the hook for paying back — that would then qualify the project for abatements on both real property and personal property taxes.
—Ilana Arougheti, Kansas City Star, 25 Feb. 2026
Large corporations are able to get property tax abatements on a dime for dollar basis.
—Eleanor Dearman, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Feb. 2026
Why should developers along this 2-mile stretch of Broadway receive sweeping property tax abatements for doing exactly what the law already requires?
—Jack Markowski, Chicago Tribune, 26 Jan. 2026
The City of Boston agreed to stop inflating the assessed value, and taxes, for commercial properties that file abatements, according to a watchdog group that slammed the practice as retaliatory and unlawful and later filed suit against the city.
—Gayla Cawley, Boston Herald, 14 Jan. 2026
When xAI inquired about the site, and didn’t ask for property tax abatements, many politicians and local agencies were elated.
—Andrew R. Chow, Time, 13 Aug. 2025
Exemptions are better than abatements—Exemptions for a set period with specific set asides seem to create the most predictability for the developer.
—Roger Valdez, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for abatements
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These include permanently larger standard deductions, no federal tax on tips or overtime pay, no taxes on car loan interest, and higher credits and deductions for children, the IRS said.—
Hali Smith
March 4,
Idaho Statesman,
4 Mar. 2026
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Some investors intentionally sell appreciated gold for a profit during years when their income is lower, such as after retirement, during a career transition or during a year with significant deductions.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
4 Mar. 2026
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The changes were slight — reductions of just one-tenth of a second and one-half of a mile to a solar lap spanning two years and hundreds of millions of miles, according to the scientists.—
Marcia Dunn,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Mar. 2026
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Economic planners singled out steelmaking and oil refining at the opening of the national legislative session on Thursday with promises of orderly reductions in capacity.—
Bloomberg News,
Bloomberg,
9 Mar. 2026
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Best Wayfair 72-Hour Clearout Furniture Deals Flash sales have deep discounts on big-ticket items, so take advantage of this one and snag an oversized accent chair with antique wooden details and stain-resistant linen upholstery.—
Shea Simmons,
Southern Living,
7 Mar. 2026
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The home furnishing retailer is known for modern, aspirational furniture and decor that looks and feels high-end—but with discounts up to 62% off, there’s no need to pay luxury prices.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 Mar. 2026
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It’s known that the body’s ability to absorb vitamin B12 decreases with age, and people 75 and older are at higher risk of deficiency.—
Lindsey Leake,
NBC news,
9 Mar. 2026
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Metro Transit police saw a second consecutive year of decreases to the most serious crimes in 2025, and is staffed with 118 officers out of an authorized 171, according to the department.—
Mara H. Gottfried,
Twin Cities,
9 Mar. 2026
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Trump repeals landmark climate finding Connor Giffin is an environmental reporter for The Courier Journal.—
Connor Giffin,
Louisville Courier Journal,
20 Feb. 2026
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The new version repeals that provision, but gives gun owners broad protections against public officials.—
Jack Harvel,
Kansas City Star,
20 Feb. 2026
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This can include scratches, dents, chipped paint and even mismatched units if your warranty coverage leads to a replacement that doesn’t match your other appliances.—
Dan Simms,
USA Today,
23 Feb. 2026
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Beater bars can be too harsh for wood flooring and cause surface scratches, while some vacuum wheels can cause dents due to their weight.—
Maria Sabella,
The Spruce,
21 Feb. 2026
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Napping drops with age to 47% of preschoolers (ages 3 to 5) and 28% of school-age children (6 to 13).—
Lily Hautau,
CNN Money,
5 Mar. 2026
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Mix a few drops of one of the oils, two tablespoons of dishwashing liquid, and two cups of water in a spray bottle.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
The Spruce,
5 Mar. 2026
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After posting the fastest sales growth among major automakers in Europe last year, Renault’s performance has fallen off a cliff in 2026, with stark declines in several markets in January and February.—
Albertina Torsoli,
Bloomberg,
9 Mar. 2026
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Saudi Aramco’s shares rose the most in more than two years as investors bet that the rise in oil prices could offset declines in exports, Bloomberg reported.—
Amena Bakr,
semafor.com,
9 Mar. 2026
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“Abatements.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/abatements. Accessed 12 Mar. 2026.
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