personal tax

noun

Synonyms of personal taxnext
: direct tax

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The charges also alleged Dominic failed to file personal tax returns reflecting any of that income. — Jason Meisner, Chicago Tribune, 28 Aug. 2026 Every unnecessary physiological cost is not only a personal tax, but also one that reduces the quality of leadership the organization receives. — Julian Hayes Ii, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026 But after 10 years, most personal tax records can be discarded. — Caroline Lubinsky, Martha Stewart, 30 June 2026 The news—the first time a British monarch has shared details about their personal tax returns—came as a part of a larger set of announcements about the future of the monarchy and its finances. — Erin Vanderhoof, Vanity Fair, 26 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for personal tax

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First Known Use

circa 1935, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of personal tax was circa 1935

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