subtracted

Example Sentences

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Abbott secretly subtracted a hidden value from measurements involving some of the experimental masses.

From Science Daily • May 18, 2026

“What is additive to the U.S.’s GDP, of course, may be subtracted from oil importers’ real GDP, all else equal.”

From Barron's • May 4, 2026

I had suggested charging him 2% per annum interest on any sums advanced, with that amount subtracted from his share of the inheritance and distributed 50/50 between my sister and me.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 27, 2026

Medicare premiums are determined by overall medical costs and are subtracted from your Social Security payments.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 23, 2026

Marjory added and subtracted the letters as quickly as she could.

From "Mr. Lemoncello's Library Olympics" by Chris Grabenstein