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Recent Examples of Synonyms for overtaxing
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Here’s why Jackson County has been taken to court over property valuations, and what both residents and taxing jurisdictions hope to gain through the legal process.
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In 1764, the British Parliament began taxing foreign molasses and prohibiting the import of foreign rum.
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The combo of overloading the midfield, keeping possession, counterpressing swiftly and making chances count is where this game is won.
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To get the most out of a quick wash, use less detergent (preferably liquid or HE), avoid overloading, and don’t rely on it for sanitizing or deep cleaning.
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Sheridan blamed the settlement for overburdening the department.
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Security concerns and overburdening the area also contributed to the Rose Bowl’s limited schedule.
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The sanctions are hampering work on a broad array of investigations at the court.
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Winds of up to 50 mph stoked the flames and severely limited the fire response by hampering boat and aircraft access to the remote island.
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“Overtaxing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/overtaxing. Accessed 29 Jun. 2026.
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