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deduction

[dih-duhk-shuhn] / dɪˈdʌk ʃən /




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The GOP legislation known as the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, which was signed into law in 2025, created a temporary federal income-tax deduction for tips, in effect from 2025 to 2028.

From MarketWatch • May 14, 2026

It would be then be up to the Premier League board to decide if the deduction should take effect in the 2026-27 campaign.

From BBC • May 12, 2026

A points deduction could be imposed, though Boro will question if that is sufficient should Saints get promoted to the Premier League.

From BBC • May 12, 2026

Today, our tax code allows gamblers to take certain losses as a deduction.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 11, 2026

Penelope found this revolting, frankly, but it kept the children happily occupied and thus provided an opportunity for her to exercise her powers of deduction.

From "The Unseen Guest" by Maryrose Wood




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