unearned

Example Sentences

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The Kiddie Tax can apply to unearned income for certain children under 24, making it partly taxed at the parents’ rate.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 23, 2026

Ryan got a taste of the majors in July 2024, making his debut against the San Francisco Giants with 5 ⅓ innings and allowing an unearned run.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 18, 2026

Imposters like Jonathan Carley, who was fined £500 for dressing as a rear admiral without permission, complete with an array of impressive but unearned medals he bought online.

From BBC • Jan. 21, 2026

That means any earnings from a Trump account will be included in the child’s total unearned income and taxed for the year if withdrawn before he or she turns age 59 ½.

From Barron's • Dec. 23, 2025

Most of them uncouth, although very few were unearned.

From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss