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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
Should cannabis become legal on a federal level, Marte could access federal tax deductions for payroll and other business expenses, and expanded banking options with lower fees.
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Tom Huddleston Jr.,eric Clark, CNBC, 4 Jan. 2025
Work with tax advisors to create flexible strategies that can adapt to changes in corporate tax rates, deductions and compliance requirements.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
In college — with scores capped at a 10 — routines are all about achieving perfection, with minimal, if any, deductions.
—Benjamin Royer, Los Angeles Times, 3 Jan. 2025
The software's setup wizard asks about income first and then moves on to credits, deductions, and taxes.
—PCMAG, 2 Jan. 2025
Now with the 2017 tax law, one of the pay-fors was a restriction on casualty loss deductions, including theft losses.
—Tax Notes Staff, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
However, if the tax code is simplified, Americans could also lose certain deductions and credits that benefit low-income families or people experiencing high medical costs.
—George Monastiriakos, Newsweek, 30 Dec. 2024
In addition, see if your state allows tax deductions for 529 plan contributions.
—Juan Carlos Medina, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
Income brackets, deductions and other tax aspects have changed a bit owing to inflation adjustments.
—Russ Wiles, USA TODAY, 29 Dec. 2024
Tom Huddleston Jr.,eric Clark, CNBC, 4 Jan. 2025
Work with tax advisors to create flexible strategies that can adapt to changes in corporate tax rates, deductions and compliance requirements.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
In college — with scores capped at a 10 — routines are all about achieving perfection, with minimal, if any, deductions.
—Benjamin Royer, Los Angeles Times, 3 Jan. 2025
The software's setup wizard asks about income first and then moves on to credits, deductions, and taxes.
—PCMAG, 2 Jan. 2025
Now with the 2017 tax law, one of the pay-fors was a restriction on casualty loss deductions, including theft losses.
—Tax Notes Staff, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
However, if the tax code is simplified, Americans could also lose certain deductions and credits that benefit low-income families or people experiencing high medical costs.
—George Monastiriakos, Newsweek, 30 Dec. 2024
In addition, see if your state allows tax deductions for 529 plan contributions.
—Juan Carlos Medina, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
Income brackets, deductions and other tax aspects have changed a bit owing to inflation adjustments.
—Russ Wiles, USA TODAY, 29 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for deductions
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Mass deportations and reductions in legal immigration could lead to significant labor shortages, disrupting productivity and economic stability.Solange Charas, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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Many congressional Republicans are demanding major reductions in federal spending, either on their own or to help pay for what are likely to be trillions of dollars of tax cuts.Howard Gleckman, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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None of the New York evidence matters in the extradition hearings; the hearings aren’t probable cause determinations.Patrick Smith, NBC News, 12 Dec. 2024
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The Department of Homeland Security, which makes such determinations, has designated the upcoming 2025 certification as a national special security event.Avery Lotz, Axios, 12 Dec. 2024
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The ability to draw statistical conclusions and use predictive analytics to reduce hazards with fewer resources is made possible by them.Chuck Brooks, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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The Department of Justice conducted its own independent investigation and reached the same fundamental conclusions.Gord Magill, Newsweek, 21 Dec. 2024
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But their consequences will not.The Editors, National Review, 8 Jan. 2025
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Additionally, these controls can help prevent the inadvertent sharing of information with third parties, which can also have serious consequences.Chris Novak, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
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Real-time data from Internet of Things (IoT) devices across supply chains and stores can provide immediate insights, helping retailers make quick decisions about replenishment, stock levels and promotions based on current conditions.Mikko Karkkainen, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
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By analyzing big data from various sources, including customer loyalty programs and social media trends, companies can develop granular insights into what drives purchasing decisions.Mikko Karkkainen, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
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“Deductions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/deductions. Accessed 10 Jan. 2025.
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