levy

Example Sentences

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Australia's programme was also well-funded thanks to a short-term levy that was placed on taxpayers, he noted.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

Analyst John Hester says Paragon Care might consider a special levy to pass on costs to pharmacists.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

Although Mr. Zuckerberg’s exit wouldn’t get him clear of the tax—which determines residency as of Jan. 1, 2026—he and others were eager to leave a state willing to pass such a harsh levy.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 27, 2026

However, Robert Smith, general secretary of the BBBoC, says while they favour voluntary contributions, a compulsory levy is not "appropriate".

From BBC • Mar. 25, 2026

Jake guessed the harvest would be good enough so the third levy wouldn’t break most families.

From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss