taxing

Example Sentences

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Voters have been generous when it comes to repeatedly taxing themselves more, and more, to address homelessness.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 13, 2026

Their proposals span the policy spectrum, from taxing the ultrarich and investing in worker training, to stepping out of the way and letting the market create opportunities.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

"Mining lithium from the Earth has proven to be very taxing from an energy and environmental standpoint, so pulling lithium directly from saltwater could be a very important future route," says Guo.

From Science Daily • May 31, 2026

Early industrial work was repetitive, physically taxing and mentally debilitating.

From Barron's • May 20, 2026

It seemed like I had plenty of time, though, and the languid pace and midday heat sapped my will to do anything more taxing than wander the grounds in dreamy amazement.

From "Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children" by Ransom Riggs