as in tax
a charge usually of money collected by the government from people or businesses for public use
the legislators approved a new levy on imported cattle to help protect American ranchers
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as in to draft
to pick especially for required military service
unprepared for war, the government was forced to levy young citizens on a scale that was unprecedented in its history
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as in to impose
to establish or apply as a charge or penalty
the baseball commissioner levied a fine against every player involved in the fracas
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Recent Examples of levy
Deborah Laverty, Chicago Tribune, 8 Jan. 2026
Economists and policymakers worried that the levies would work against the U.S. by inviting retaliation and slowing the movement of goods and services around the world.
—Jeff Cox, CNBC, 8 Jan. 2026
Mary Cunningham, CBS News, 29 Dec. 2025
Traditionally, buyers have been responsible for paying assessments that are levied after closing, including those that were voted on and approved before their purchase.
—Michael L. Hyman, Miami Herald, 29 Dec. 2025
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Noun
These dollars are not part of the levy and not part of any TIF (Tax Increment Finance) district.
—Deborah Laverty, Chicago Tribune, 8 Jan. 2026
Economists and policymakers worried that the levies would work against the U.S. by inviting retaliation and slowing the movement of goods and services around the world.
—Jeff Cox, CNBC, 8 Jan. 2026
Verb
As of October, nine states levied no income tax at all, according to the Tax Foundation.
—Mary Cunningham, CBS News, 29 Dec. 2025
Traditionally, buyers have been responsible for paying assessments that are levied after closing, including those that were voted on and approved before their purchase.
—Michael L. Hyman, Miami Herald, 29 Dec. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for levy
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Because a tax bill may be sent to a business office or other location different from the property being transferred, some of the addresses listed may differ from the property that was transferred.—
Gege Reed,
Louisville Courier Journal,
9 Jan. 2026
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Reverse tax cuts enacted in the 2025 legislative session?—
Sarah Cutler,
Idaho Statesman,
9 Jan. 2026
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The front office will draft some defensive players, who may even develop into Pro Bowl level contributors.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
8 Jan. 2026
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There is a mutual connection in Washington, too, as executive Travis Schlenk drafted Young fifth overall in 2018 out of Oklahoma.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
8 Jan. 2026
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Leaders from countries that imposed sanctions often say that the measures are intended to bring pressure on the government and leaders of Iran.—
Mitchell McCluskey,
CNN Money,
12 Jan. 2026
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But scenes like this continue to tell a different story as Iran's leadership only tightens its grip, including imposing a sweeping communications blackout that has seen the internet cut and international calls blocked.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
11 Jan. 2026
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Pitt defensive tackle Francis Brewu is another name worth tracking, considering new Irish defensive line coach Charlie Partridge recruited him into the Panthers program before taking a job with the Indianapolis Colts.—
Pete Sampson,
New York Times,
7 Jan. 2026
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Probationary fire recruits training to join the department provided assistance with containing the fire, officials said.—
Lillie Davidson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
7 Jan. 2026
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The driver that struck Riddles has not been charged with any crimes for the crash, which happened as Riddles tried to cross the road in an area that wasn't marked with a crosswalk.—
Zach Boetto,
CBS News,
12 Jan. 2026
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Police arrested Andy Alcantara-Beltre, 33, of Dorchester and charged him with unlawful possession of a gun and ammunition, trafficking a Class A substance (over 100 grams), and possession with intent to distribute a Class B substance (crack cocaine).—
Colleen Cronin,
Boston Herald,
12 Jan. 2026
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“Levy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/levy. Accessed 14 Jan. 2026.
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