tax-free
Americanadjective
adjective
Etymology
Origin of tax-free
Example Sentences
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Once they hit 65 years old, they can withdraw their money 100% tax free for medical care; if they withdraw for any other reason, they pay standard income tax.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 30, 2026
A report by the Georgia Senate Special Committee on the Elimination of Georgia’s Income Tax says the Jones plan would make the first $50,000 for individuals and $100,000 for joint filers tax free in 2027.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 19, 2026
Health savings accounts are triple-tax advantaged accounts: money is contributed tax free, grows tax free, and can be withdrawn tax-free now or in retirement to pay for qualified medical expenses.
From Barron's • Nov. 24, 2025
Conversions are taxable, but Roths don’t have required minimum distributions and future withdrawals from Roths can be tax free.
From Los Angeles Times • May 18, 2025
The canteen is set up by the State, and the taxpayer provides the building, rent and rate and tax free, for the contractor, who runs the canteen.
From Stand Up, Ye Dead by Maclean, Norman
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