deduct
verb (used with object)
to take away, as from a sum or amount.
is deducting
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present progressiveof deduct (3rd person singular).present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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He is deducting fees from mom’s estate funds.
From MarketWatch ● Nov. 11, 2025
For example, Chen said, Edison is deducting a homeowner’s full insurance coverage from the compensation amounts even if the insurer has reimbursed the family for only part of that amount.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 30, 2025
One judge's sole job is deducting points for slip-ups.
From BBC ● Mar. 1, 2020
