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tax
noun
verb
Charge against a citizen's person or property or activity for the support of government
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noun
Charge against a citizen's person or property or activity for the support of government
verb
Make a charge against or accuse
“They taxed him failure to appear in court”
verb
Use to the limit
“You are taxing my patience”
verb
Levy a tax on
“The State taxes alcohol heavily”
verb
Set or determine the amount of (a payment such as a fine)
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They taxed him failure to appear in court
You are taxing my patience
The State taxes alcohol heavily
Clothing is not taxed in our state
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