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deduct

[dih-duhkt] / dɪˈdʌkt /


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This means, for example, they can deduct the cost of investment in developing projects against tax and carry forward those credits against future profits.

From BBC • May 6, 2026

If you are covered by an employer retirement plan, the software is correct and you made too much to deduct the contribution.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 20, 2026

“More people will be able to deduct their charitable gifts in 2026 because we now have a tax deduction for non-itemizers,” he said.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 11, 2026

Under the new rules, that person wouldn’t be able to deduct $5,000 of their 2026 donation.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026

“I'm going to have to deduct the money for a glass beetle,” the burly redbeard announced as he let himself fall into his vast armchair.

From "The Thief Lord" by Cornelia Funke




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