luxury tax
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of luxury tax
First recorded in 1900–05
Example Sentences
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Yet, in St. Louis, Mozeliak built winners without the Cardinals owners ever paying a luxury tax.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 6, 2026
In the Premier League that will be 85%, though it is possible to spend as much as 115% in the first year and pay what is in effect a luxury tax.
From BBC ● Mar. 23, 2026
The Dodgers' luxury tax payroll for 2026 is reportedly around $396 million -- nearly $90 million over the highest CBT threshold.
From Barron's ● Jan. 23, 2026
Including their estimated luxury tax bill, the Dodgers’ current squad will ultimately cost more than $500 million.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 22, 2025
On went the unpopular luxury tax and sales tax.
From The Masques of Ottawa by Bridle, Augustus
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