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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

taxes

/tæksz/ noun · British & US
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What does taxes mean?

noun

A compulsory payment or contribution imposed by a government on its citizens or residents, used to fund public goods and services. Taxes can be levied on income, property, or consumption.

Example

"The government increased taxes to cover the cost of the new infrastructure project."

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