Deduct
/dɪˈdʌkt/
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Definition
(verb) To take one thing from another; remove from; make smaller or less by some amount.
Sentence Examples
He could deduct the furnishing of his work room from his taxes.
From our monthly revenue, we should deduct the costs of food, rent, clothing, transportation etc.
CEFR Practice Quiz
He could ____ the furnishing of his work room from his taxes.