death tax
AmericanEtymology
Origin of death tax
First recorded in 1935–40
Example Sentences
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There’s also a 40% death tax beyond £325,000 on estates.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 14, 2026
Speaking at a press conference earlier today, Jenrick said: "He won't, he can't, he will not rule out a death tax."
From BBC ● Jul. 30, 2026
He testified in Congress many times saying he was afraid that, with the death tax, his family was going to have to sell the Christmas tree farm.
From Barron's ● Nov. 13, 2025
If the new tax is approved, she would have to sell off part of the ranch just to pay the death tax, he said.
From Washington Times ● Aug. 23, 2021
Walter, asked during a deposition why Fred Trump chose not to make himself one of All County’s owners, replied, “He said because he would have to pay a death tax on it.”
From Seattle Times ● Oct. 2, 2018
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