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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3
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
That guidance included a chart of the maximum and minimum payment for households before deductions.
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Daniel McFadin, Arkansas Online, 6 Nov. 2025
Both deductions have restrictions and income limitations.
—Kate Dore, Cfp®, Ea, CNBC, 31 Oct. 2025
Itemizers should hit fast forward and give their gifts this year, but non-itemizers may want to pause until 2026 to maximize deductions, experts said.
—Medora Lee, USA Today, 25 Oct. 2025
The $85 million settlement fund will be distributed to qualified class members after deductions for fees, expenses and taxes.
—Chase Jordan, Charlotte Observer, 21 Oct. 2025
His spell also saw two points deductions for separate financial breaches and rumours of financial implosion prior to The Friedkin Group’s takeover last December.
—Patrick Boyland, New York Times, 17 Oct. 2025
Early or late shipments, product shortages, and spoiled or damaged items are just a few of the most common deductions that eat away at profits.
—Mara Weinraub, Bon Appetit Magazine, 17 Oct. 2025
Most notably, however, is that the deductions may not be enough to offset the repercussions of the Republicans’ spending bill, said Kayla Kitson, a senior policy fellow at the California Budget & Policy Center.
—Calmatters, Oc Register, 16 Oct. 2025
Only roughly 10% of taxpayers now itemize their deductions; most people claim the standard deduction.
—Susan Tompor, Freep.com, 23 Sep. 2025
Daniel McFadin, Arkansas Online, 6 Nov. 2025
Both deductions have restrictions and income limitations.
—Kate Dore, Cfp®, Ea, CNBC, 31 Oct. 2025
Itemizers should hit fast forward and give their gifts this year, but non-itemizers may want to pause until 2026 to maximize deductions, experts said.
—Medora Lee, USA Today, 25 Oct. 2025
The $85 million settlement fund will be distributed to qualified class members after deductions for fees, expenses and taxes.
—Chase Jordan, Charlotte Observer, 21 Oct. 2025
His spell also saw two points deductions for separate financial breaches and rumours of financial implosion prior to The Friedkin Group’s takeover last December.
—Patrick Boyland, New York Times, 17 Oct. 2025
Early or late shipments, product shortages, and spoiled or damaged items are just a few of the most common deductions that eat away at profits.
—Mara Weinraub, Bon Appetit Magazine, 17 Oct. 2025
Most notably, however, is that the deductions may not be enough to offset the repercussions of the Republicans’ spending bill, said Kayla Kitson, a senior policy fellow at the California Budget & Policy Center.
—Calmatters, Oc Register, 16 Oct. 2025
Only roughly 10% of taxpayers now itemize their deductions; most people claim the standard deduction.
—Susan Tompor, Freep.com, 23 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for deductions
Noun
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Instead, the focus is on schedule reductions to regional and domestic mainline flights that do not travel between our hub airports.—
Deputy News Editor,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
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During Amazon's earnings call on Thursday, Jassy used a familiar line when asked about the reductions.—
Annie Palmer,
CNBC,
5 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Everything has fallen into place this offseason as the Nuggets prepare to hold their media day on Monday, starting with the subtractions.—
Troy Renck,
Denver Post,
25 Sep. 2025
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Now, last minute additions (and subtractions), especially with really large yachts like MAR are pretty common at this stage before the show.—
Bill Springer,
Forbes.com,
19 Sep. 2025
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Such controls could become especially valuable given that, unlike the inferences tech platforms have been able to draw about users based on their online behavior, users tell AI chatbots personal things about themselves directly.—
Clare Duffy,
CNN Money,
14 Oct. 2025
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These sections have some interesting inferences on how AI functions based on its programming and training material.—
James Folta,
Literary Hub,
26 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Tickets cost $28 for adults and $20 for children ages 3-12, with discounts available for military members and adults ages 65 and up.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
8 Nov. 2025
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Best Clothing Deals Prime members are already racking up chic wardrobe wins for less—joggers start at just $6, while oversized sweaters and packable puffers ideal for chilly airport connections and winter sightseeing have steep discounts.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Experts make these determinations by reviewing epidemiological data about outbreaks, as well as molecular data that can determine whether individual viruses belong to the same transmission chain, says Jon Kim Andrus, chair of PAHO’s regional verification commission.—
Stephanie Pappas,
Scientific American,
3 Nov. 2025
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In many cases, those determinations simply cannot be made until court cases begin, and evidence relating to the suspect's background and planning are publicly available.—
NPR,
NPR,
25 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The farm’s owners disputed the CFIA’s conclusions, arguing that the ostriches that survived the flu might offer disease-fighting antibodies for research – an idea that Kennedy endorsed in his letter to the CFIA in May after meeting with Canadian officials.—
Max Saltman,
CNN Money,
7 Nov. 2025
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Admittedly, this study has a restricted scope and much more research is needed before conclusions can be drawn.—
Bryant Stamford,
Louisville Courier Journal,
6 Nov. 2025
Noun
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But Jackie’s defining value is framed as determination, and The Queen of Versailles is too busy handing her upbeat girlboss numbers to reckon in any meaningful way with the consequences.—
Sara Holdren,
Vulture,
10 Nov. 2025
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Meanwhile, the consequences of the shutdown have been compounding.—
Orianna Rosa Royle,
Fortune,
10 Nov. 2025
Noun
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GCCs today manage key functions that directly influence decisions, revenue and customer experience.—
Priyanka Salve,
CNBC,
6 Nov. 2025
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The decisions that have been made.—
Reice Shipley,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
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“Deductions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/deductions. Accessed 15 Nov. 2025.
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