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deduction

[dih-duhk-shuhn] / dɪˈdʌk ʃən /




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The new tax deduction for overtime pay is working overtime.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026

The Sinn Féin economy minister has said all households are in line for a £30 deduction from their electricity bills in July.

From BBC • Mar. 24, 2026

The first parent to claim the kids usually gets the deduction, because no explanation of custody arrangements is needed on a 1040 tax return.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 23, 2026

I’m exploring making one or more charitable contributions as a deduction from my required minimum distributions, if the organization qualifies.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 20, 2026

Logical deduction works fine for the world of ideas.

From "Words Like Loaded Pistols" by Sam Leith