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Deduct

usgb/dɪˈdʌkt/Volume
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Partial Deduction

Deduct often means removing part, not all, of something like money or points

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If you are late, they'll deduct ten minutes from your break time.
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Total Calculation

Remember that 'deduct' involves calculating what remains after something is taken away.

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After we deduct expenses, our net profit is $500.
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Negative Outcome

'Deduct' typically has a negative connotation since it means losing something.

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The store will deduct the fee for the returned item.
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