tax
noun
a sum of money demanded by a government for its support or for specific facilities or services, levied upon incomes, property, sales, etc.
has taxed
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present perfectof tax (3rd person singular).present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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The scorching temperatures were brought on by a heat dome that has taxed the Texas power grid and brought record highs to parts of the state, according to meteorologists.
From Seattle Times ● Jun. 28, 2023
While this is hardly the first time his students have dealt with tragedy, loss or fear, he said the pandemic has taxed their ability to cope.
From Washington Post ● Feb. 3, 2023
That text message warning proved critical in helping avoid rolling blackouts during the grueling heat wave that has taxed the state’s power grid for more than a week, according to California officials.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 7, 2022
The explosion of refugees has taxed local resources and worsened tensions between the Rohingya and the Bangladeshi.
From New York Times ● Mar. 19, 2021
With the people of Europe, he has taxed their investments, disregarded their interests, and flouted their advice; but nevertheless he has for years commanded their moral support.
From The Transvaal from Within A Private Record of Public Affairs by Fitzpatrick, Percy, Sir
