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
Charitable tax deductions, autism and Adam Smith, in readers’ eyes.
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Letters To The Editor, Washington Post, 13 Mar. 2026
Smith and other Republicans are simultaneously trying to sell their past accomplishments, like the megabill’s tax deductions on tips.
—Nicholas Wu, semafor.com, 11 Mar. 2026
That’s because the federal government’s longstanding ban on cannabis prohibits state-legal marijuana operators from accessing traditional banking, taking standard business deductions, or using other tax incentives available to businesses in every other commercial industry.
—Paul Armentano, Boston Herald, 11 Mar. 2026
As for tips and overtime income, the new breaks are deductions that only reduce the tax owed on that income by a percentage.
—Jeanne Sahadi, CNN Money, 10 Mar. 2026
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
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
Both deductions phase out once income hits $150,000 for single-filers, and $300,000 for married-joint filers, Housley said.
—Mary Murphy, Twin Cities, 3 Mar. 2026
In addition, Alleviate Tax offers professional tax representation, including communicating with the IRS on your behalf, identifying applicable deductions and representing you during audits or other proceedings.
—Dan Simms, USA Today, 27 Feb. 2026
Letters To The Editor, Washington Post, 13 Mar. 2026
Smith and other Republicans are simultaneously trying to sell their past accomplishments, like the megabill’s tax deductions on tips.
—Nicholas Wu, semafor.com, 11 Mar. 2026
That’s because the federal government’s longstanding ban on cannabis prohibits state-legal marijuana operators from accessing traditional banking, taking standard business deductions, or using other tax incentives available to businesses in every other commercial industry.
—Paul Armentano, Boston Herald, 11 Mar. 2026
As for tips and overtime income, the new breaks are deductions that only reduce the tax owed on that income by a percentage.
—Jeanne Sahadi, CNN Money, 10 Mar. 2026
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
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
Both deductions phase out once income hits $150,000 for single-filers, and $300,000 for married-joint filers, Housley said.
—Mary Murphy, Twin Cities, 3 Mar. 2026
In addition, Alleviate Tax offers professional tax representation, including communicating with the IRS on your behalf, identifying applicable deductions and representing you during audits or other proceedings.
—Dan Simms, USA Today, 27 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for deductions
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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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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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Still, the inferences seem plenty reasonable.—
Cass Sunstein,
Big Think,
5 Mar. 2026
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In the same disclaimer, TechInsights notes that its inferences and conclusions are not final regulatory decisions.—
Jared Perlo,
NBC news,
27 Feb. 2026
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The annual mathematical holiday has become an excuse for a slew of restaurants, stores and brands to offer deals, discounts or freebies on pizza, pie and other round treats.—
Laura Daniella Sepulveda,
AZCentral.com,
14 Mar. 2026
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Retailers and brands are using analytics and AI to fine-tune discounts and channel strategies rather than implementing across-the-board price hikes.—
Jerry Haar,
Fortune,
14 Mar. 2026
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That has prevented people with disabilities from speedy federal determinations that can provide money and support through life-altering circumstances.—
Paul Flahive,
Austin American Statesman,
11 Mar. 2026
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Federal immigration law removes federal district courts from reviewing immigration determinations and limits the scope of what federal appeals courts may review after an immigration case has made its way through immigration courts.—
Jack Birle,
The Washington Examiner,
4 Mar. 2026
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Motive is under investigation Authorities have stopped short of drawing firm conclusions about why the synagogue was targeted.—
Nouran Salahieh,
CNN Money,
14 Mar. 2026
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Williams disagrees with the DOE's conclusions.—
Olivia Young,
CBS News,
14 Mar. 2026
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The consequences stemming from the death of a Brazilian butt lift patient came down Thursday on a Doral plastic surgery center that’s now on state probation.—
David J. Neal,
Miami Herald,
9 Mar. 2026
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Days after trading center Garrett Bradbury to Chicago for a fifth-round pick — a solid piece of business with Bradbury entering a contract year but also immediate consequences — the Pats have a hole in their offensive line.—
Andrew Callahan,
Boston Herald,
9 Mar. 2026
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Too often, advisory bodies provide feedback after decisions have already been made rather than helping shape them from the beginning.—
Ed Gaskin,
Boston Herald,
11 Mar. 2026
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But the quality of the data that underpins many sourcing decisions could use a glow-up.—
Jasmin Malik Chua,
Sourcing Journal,
11 Mar. 2026
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“Deductions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/deductions. Accessed 17 Mar. 2026.
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