revenue agent
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of revenue agent
An Americanism dating back to 1860–65
Example Sentences
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"The revenue agent I dealt with was professional and responsive," McCabe told the outlet.
From Salon • Jul. 7, 2022
Mr. Manafort, President Trump’s former campaign chairman, failed to disclose and pay taxes on nearly $16.5 million in income, according to an I.R.S. revenue agent.
From New York Times • Aug. 8, 2018
The 70-year-old tried negotiating a payment plan with a state revenue agent over the phone.
From Washington Times • Jun. 6, 2015
What will make an impression on a revenue agent is year after year of Schedule C losses on a return with steady W-2 income.
From Forbes • Oct. 6, 2014
This he fastened to the rail of the Flash, and exerting all his strength, began to draw the two boats closer together, so that the revenue agent and his assistant might make the transfer safely.
From Motor Boat Boys on the St. Lawrence by Arundel, Louis
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