as in tax
a charge usually of money collected by the government from people or businesses for public use
the legislators approved a new levy on imported cattle to help protect American ranchers
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as in to draft
to pick especially for required military service
unprepared for war, the government was forced to levy young citizens on a scale that was unprecedented in its history
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as in to impose
to establish or apply as a charge or penalty
the baseball commissioner levied a fine against every player involved in the fracas
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Recent Examples of levy
Ben Berkowitz, Axios, 30 Nov. 2024
Trump has pledged sweeping tariffs, including up to a 60 percent levy on Chinese imports and a 25 percent tariff on goods from Mexico and Canada.
—Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 28 Nov. 2024
Tom O'Connor, Newsweek, 27 Nov. 2024
Said differently, your guac and your avocado toast could skyrocket if 25% tariffs are levied on Mexico.
—Elisabeth Buchwald, CNN, 26 Nov. 2024
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Noun
Between the lines: Trump campaigned on widespread tariffs, but has stepped up threats of new levies in recent days.
—Ben Berkowitz, Axios, 30 Nov. 2024
Trump has pledged sweeping tariffs, including up to a 60 percent levy on Chinese imports and a 25 percent tariff on goods from Mexico and Canada.
—Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 28 Nov. 2024
Verb
Khan's unceremonious ouster was quickly followed by a slew of charges being levied against him by the new administration.
—Tom O'Connor, Newsweek, 27 Nov. 2024
Said differently, your guac and your avocado toast could skyrocket if 25% tariffs are levied on Mexico.
—Elisabeth Buchwald, CNN, 26 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for levy
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President Joe Biden has used this power to pardon his son, Hunter, following the younger Biden's conviction on federal gun and tax charges.Chad Murphy, The Enquirer, 13 Dec. 2024
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Government Initiatives And Policies The Dubai government has rolled out several initiatives to boost real estate’s appeal, including property law reforms, relaxed visa rules and tax incentives.Johan Hajji, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
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Her husband was drafted by the San Francisco 49ers and eventually started playing for the Broncos.Taylor Ardrey, USA TODAY, 8 Dec. 2024
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Eli was drafted by the Chargers and sent to the New York Giants via trade, a move many contended was a result of his family's wishes.Chantz Martin, Fox News, 8 Dec. 2024
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Even if Beijing is selective in issuing threats and imposing restrictions, taking action against some U.S. partners but not others, the same chill will be running through capitals across the world, from Brussels to New Delhi.Daniel H. Rosen, Foreign Affairs, 17 Dec. 2024
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In July, California imposed permanent water restrictions on towns and cities, an attempt to locally respond to droughts that are expected to only get worse in the coming decades.Elizabeth Rush, The Atlantic, 17 Dec. 2024
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Later, he was recruited by Caesars Palace in Las Vegas, taking the role of chef de cuisine for one of their fast-casual restaurant concepts.Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 12 Dec. 2024
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Over the past year, these criminal groups allegedly smuggled a tonne of gold while recruiting couriers on commercial flights.Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
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Nikitin is not currently charged with an offense by the United States government.Ali Winston, WIRED, 13 Dec. 2024
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McKinsey was charged with conspiracy to defraud the U.S. and with destroying documents.Aaron Katersky, ABC News, 13 Dec. 2024
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“Levy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/levy. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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