Example Sentences

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The new deduction—$6,000 for individuals and $12,000 for couples filing jointly—can be used whether you are claiming the standard deduction or itemizing deductions, regardless of whether you are already taking Social Security payments.

From Barron's • Apr. 25, 2026

I’ve found myself calculating the social risk, itemizing what would work in our favor.

From Slate • Feb. 19, 2026

Still, this year’s changes might mean you would be better off itemizing your deductions.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 26, 2026

That could include income from several sources, multiple tax breaks and possible itemizing.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 20, 2026

I first gave a general overview of my travels, itemizing the money we had received and the offers of training.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela