overtaxing

present participle of overtax

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for overtaxing
Verb
  • French governments fill the holes in pension deficits by taxing their own workers.
    Renaud Foucart, Time, 28 Sep. 2025
  • The rollback of inside millage won't cause a loss of revenue to local taxing districts.
    Victoria Moorwood, Cincinnati Enquirer, 26 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Pilots rely on the aircraft's operating manual to verify limits and avoid overloading.
    Lucy Notarantonio, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 Sep. 2025
  • Conversely, overloading new hires with information, leaving them without guidance or misrepresenting the job can quickly erode excitement and lead to early and expensive turnover.
    Alyshia Hull, USA Today, 11 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Many surrounding communities have successfully implemented similar programs, leading to more diverse housing options without overburdening taxpayers.
    Naperville Sun, Chicago Tribune, 12 Feb. 2025
  • Conversely, an organized return and reintegration process could allow Syria to achieve lasting economic and political stability without overburdening the state’s institutions, Syrian civil society, or aid agencies.
    Jesse Marks, Foreign Affairs, 11 Feb. 2025
Verb
  • Higher tariff costs are hampering Nike's efforts to turn around its business.
    Gabrielle Fonrouge, CNBC, 30 Sep. 2025
  • The rains brought the state capital to a standstill, seriously hampering preparations for the upcoming Durga Puja — the biggest annual festival of Hindus in West Bengal state.
    Reuters, NBC news, 24 Sep. 2025
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“Overtaxing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/overtaxing. Accessed 2 Oct. 2025.

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