as in tax
a charge usually of money collected by the government from people or businesses for public use
consumers steadfastly resisted any impost on merchandise purchased over the Internet
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Recent Examples of impost
The new, additional $200 impost buys nothing except the privilege of enjoying Bhutan’s stunning scenery and fresh mountain air.
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Amy Gunia, Time, 23 Sep. 2022
Amy Gunia, Time, 23 Sep. 2022
Recent Examples of Synonyms for impost
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Factor in a tax multiplier for those who repeatedly spend past the salary cap, and payroll expenses can include hundreds of millions in taxes.—
Dan Sheldon,
New York Times,
6 Apr. 2026
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The guide covers elections in Jackson, Clay and Platte counties, as well as the Kansas City earnings tax ballot question.—
Rashad Alexander,
Kansas City Star,
6 Apr. 2026
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The FairTax Act of 2025 was the latest bid to abolish the Internal Revenue Service and replace income tax and other levies with a national sales tax.—
Daniel de Visé,
USA Today,
11 Apr. 2026
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After securing a judgment, debt collectors may be able to pursue wage garnishment or bank account levies, depending on state laws and the type of debt.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
10 Apr. 2026
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“Impost.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/impost. Accessed 13 Apr. 2026.
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