subtract

Example Sentences

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The tariffs are expected to subtract $3 trillion from the deficit over 10 years, according to the latest Congressional Budget Office estimate.

From Barron's • Jan. 6, 2026

Giving the carry to the trust thus won’t subtract much from the person’s lifetime gift-tax exemption.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 27, 2025

Separately, there’s a new limit on how much the richest taxpayers can subtract from their taxable income.

From MarketWatch • Dec. 1, 2025

Even with operational cash flows growing quickly in 2024 and 2025—some $102 billion in the last 12 months—cash flow is beginning to decline once you subtract capex.

From Barron's • Oct. 24, 2025

I don’t know how to subtract without a pencil.

From Absolutely Almost by Lisa Graff