taxing

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adjective

tax·​ing ˈtak-siŋ How to pronounce taxing (audio)
Synonyms of taxingnext
: onerous, wearing
a taxing operatic role
taxingly
ˈtak-siŋ-lē How to pronounce taxing (audio)
adverb

taxing

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present participle of tax entry 2

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Adjective The journey proved to be very taxing. a very taxing workload that is taking a lot of time to finish
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The addition of the 6-foot-7 Ball should allow McDaniels more opportunities to defend off the ball, a potentially less taxing but still impactful role for his quick step and long arms. — ABC News, 20 Oct. 2026 Stacy Revere / Getty Images After one of his most taxing years, Sanders decided to shift from a roster-building ethos that was untenable long-term. — Christopher Kamrani, New York Times, 3 Sep. 2026 But for those who compete against the best players in the world, gaming can be surprisingly physically and mentally taxing. — Erica D. Henn, The Conversation, 28 Aug. 2026 Getting the final emotional beats of the series right was equally taxing. — Hilton Dresden, HollywoodReporter, 9 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for taxing

Word History

First Known Use

Adjective

1841, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of taxing was in 1841

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tax in kind
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“Taxing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/taxing. Accessed 27 Oct. 2026.

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