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deduct

[dih-duhkt] / dɪˈdʌkt /
VERB
take away or out; reduce
Synonyms
STRONGEST
reduce subtract withdraw write off
STRONG
abstract allow bate diminish discount dock lessen rebate remove take
WEAK
cut back decrease by draw back knock off roll back take from take off
Antonyms
STRONG
add disallow enlarge expand extend hold increase keep lengthen raise refuse reject strengthen

Example Sentences

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With these, you have to note the initial loss and then deduct from it each year going forward.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 23, 2026

If you place qualifying equipment or assets in service after Jan. 19, 2026, you may deduct the full cost immediately.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 16, 2026

Businesses with under $31 million in average annual gross receipts can deduct unamortized 2022-2024 R&D expenses on 2025 or 2026 taxes.

From Barron's • Mar. 14, 2026

Despite the lack of good records, Urda allowed Pesarik to deduct about $14,800 of credit-card expenses for the Wakefield property.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 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