tax refund

noun

: a return of money paid that is more than what is actually owed for taxes
I can't wait to get my tax refund this year.

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During this period, Obayuwana allegedly tried to cash at least three Treasury tax refund checks worth $382,109 and was successful in cashing one, withdrawing $229,109, federal authorities allege. — Stacy Perman, Los Angeles Times, 29 Aug. 2026 In tax refund season, people typically buy more cars; however, the prices of those vehicles are higher than ever (and, once again, this data is not adjusted for inflation). — Alicia Wallace, CNN Money, 11 Aug. 2026 Overpayment results in getting a tax refund, and underpayment means the business owner must send a check or transfer funds to the tax authorities. — Allbusiness, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026 Why could taxpayers be entitled to a tax refund or abatement? — Medora Lee, USA Today, 7 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for tax refund

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“Tax refund.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/tax%20refund. Accessed 5 Sep. 2026.

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