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tax-free

American  
[taks-free] / ˈtæksˌfri /

adjective

  1. tax-exempt.


tax-free British  

adjective

  1. not needing to have tax paid on it

    tax-free savings schemes

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Etymology

Origin of tax-free

First recorded in 1695–1705; tax + -free

Example Sentences

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Dubai has in recent years become a hive of influencers, entrepreneurs and millionaires, enticed by the business-friendly and income tax-free city and the lavish lifestyles on offer.

From Barron's

Police officers with this status are entitled to receive 100% of their base salary tax-free for up to a year and then two-thirds afterward if the injury persists.

From Los Angeles Times

Don’t overlook this triple-tax-advantaged powerhouse: Money is contributed tax-free to an HSA, grows tax-free, and can be withdrawn tax-free as long as it’s used for qualifying medical expenses.

From Barron's

MSG Sports announced it will explore a tax-free spin-off to separate the New York Knicks and New York Rangers into two companies.

From Barron's

The transaction, if pursued, would likely be structured as a tax-free spinoff to shareholders, the company said.

From The Wall Street Journal