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Noun death tax has 1 sense
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Definitions from the WebDeath TaxNoun Sense 1: A tax imposed on the estate of someone who has died, based on the value of the assets inherited by the beneficiaries. Example sentence: The death tax has been a subject of political controversy for many years. Noun Sense 2: A colloquial term used to express emphasis on the perceived excessive tax burden on inheritances. Example sentence: As an advocate for lower taxes, she often refers to the estate tax as the death tax. Noun Sense 3: A fictional tax mentioned in literature or movies that is levied upon death. Example sentence: The protagonist in the novel was shocked to discover the existence of a death tax in the dystopian society. Related Products: | ||||
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