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tax

Pronunciation: [/tæks/]

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tax: meanings and example sentences

Learn how to use tax in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “government”

(noun) money that people and businesses have to pay to the government. It helps pay for things like schools, roads, and hospitals.

Example

I need to file my taxes before the deadline.

Example

I received a refund because I overpaid on my taxes.

Example

Why do we have to pay taxes?

Context: “financial”

(verb) to impose a tax on goods, income, or activity by the government. It means taking a percentage of money from someone for public services.

Example

The government taxes my salary to fund public services.

Example

The company avoided paying taxes by using loopholes.

Example

How much will they tax my property this year?

How to pronounce tax

Pronunciation: [/tæks/]

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