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sum

[suhm] / sʌm /


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But if they cannot supply the cost basis, the IRS could mark the purchase price as $0 and tax the entire $100,000 sum.

From MarketWatch

Earlier, he’d summed up his performance in three words: “I blew it.”

From The Wall Street Journal

Manchester City's desire for excellence can be summed up by the attitude of Lauren Hemp, who was player of the match after supplying two assists and creating 11 chances for her team-mates.

From BBC

Even if the sum you owe is significant, there are usually options to spread the payments over time or negotiate a hardship plan with your local tax office.

From MarketWatch

“He didn’t do drugs. He didn’t party. He made films,” Mr. Fischer writes, summing up the young Mr. Lucas.

From The Wall Street Journal