“Tacks” or “Tax”—Which to use?

“Tacks” or “Tax”

Overview

tacks / tax are similar-sounding terms with different meanings (referred to as homophones). To better understand the differences, see below for definitions, pronunciation guides, and example sentences using each term. 👇

Definitions

tacks: (noun) the heading or position of a vessel relative to the trim of its sails. (noun) a short nail with a sharp point and a large head. (noun) (nautical) the act of changing tack. (noun) sailing a zigzag course. (verb) fasten with tacks. (verb) turn into the wind.

tax: (noun) charge against a citizen's person or property or activity for the support of government. (verb) levy a tax on. (verb) set or determine the amount of (a payment such as a fine). (verb) use to the limit. (verb) make a charge against or accuse.

Pronunciation

tacks: t·AE·k·s

tax: t·AE·k·s

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Examples in Context

Examples of “tacks”

Examples of “tax”

…successful, as Nasr introduced long-overdue tax reforms that alleviated social tension…
…arrested for violating the Marijuana Tax Act, it was also illegal…
c. Compliance with the transfer tax provisions would have required petitioner…
…thereafter by replacing the Marihuana Tax Act with the newly written…
…were the reform of the tax system and the restoration of…
…help users to calculate vehicle tax.
…New York City, which had tax incentives for filmmakers that Boston…
…handle specialized tasks such as tax work, mergers and acquisitions, labor…
The Khurasani tax system had been established at…
…registered and paid the occupational tax;

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