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an amount of money that a person gives to a church which is usually equal to 1/10 of that person's income
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Recent Examples of tithe
The public will certainly be beneficent in filling the boxoffice plates, but the substantial tithe will be more earth-bound than heavenly.
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Duane Byrge, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Sep. 2019
What's to stop con artists from demanding tithes or promoting criminal acts?
—Scott Shapiro, WIRED, 8 Jan. 2024
That includes tithes; regular donations amounting to 10% of a person’s income expected from members of the church.
—Mead Gruver, Fortune, 1 Nov. 2023
Through Hebrew writing, historians have tracked its migration into the Middle East, as early as AD 200, where it was used as a religious tithe along with figs, grapes, and pomegranates.
—Alma Avalle, Bon Appétit, 31 Oct. 2023
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Duane Byrge, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Sep. 2019
What's to stop con artists from demanding tithes or promoting criminal acts?
—Scott Shapiro, WIRED, 8 Jan. 2024
That includes tithes; regular donations amounting to 10% of a person’s income expected from members of the church.
—Mead Gruver, Fortune, 1 Nov. 2023
Through Hebrew writing, historians have tracked its migration into the Middle East, as early as AD 200, where it was used as a religious tithe along with figs, grapes, and pomegranates.
—Alma Avalle, Bon Appétit, 31 Oct. 2023
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tithe
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Despite a slight early dip in decisive goal contributions, Williams continues to wreak havoc down the left flank with his appetite for direct dribbling and one-on-one duels.The Athletic UK Staff, The Athletic, 10 Jan. 2025
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What is the new health savings account (HSA) contribution limit?Daniel de Visé, USA TODAY, 10 Jan. 2025
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Those celebrating also pay zakat al-fitr, an alms-tax that goes towards those in need.Juliana LaBianca, Good Housekeeping, 26 Jan. 2023
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In 2007, amid rising fuel prices and yet another economic crisis, Buddhist monks led mass protests in Yangon and other cities, overturning their alms bowls to signal disenchantment with the military junta.Hannah Beech, BostonGlobe.com, 29 July 2022
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No cost to attend but reservations are recommended with donations always appreciated.Philip Potempa, Chicago Tribune, 16 Jan. 2025
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In addition to donations, the beauty brand also offered to help makeup artists rebuild their kits if lost in the fire.Essence, Essence, 16 Jan. 2025
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Includes gifts for your wedding party, party favors for all guests, and welcome bags for friends who've traveled abroad for your big day.Virginia Van Zanten, Vogue, 9 Jan. 2025
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This applies to all financial gifts in a tax year, not just contributions to 529 plans.Robert Cole, Forbes, 9 Jan. 2025
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The evening ended with the iconic funk band The Bar-Kays bringing everyone to the dance floor for a boogie to celebrate a night of benefaction.Shelby Stewart, Essence, 5 Mar. 2024
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Clear thinking, unvarnished assessments, and reference to those timeless lessons: These are the benefactions that National Review Institute brings to the public square.Peter J. Travers, National Review, 30 Dec. 2023
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Residents also grew frustrated, as migrants reluctantly snared in endless court proceedings appeared to be gaming the system and living off the taxpayers’ dole.Julia Preston, Foreign Affairs, 25 Oct. 2024
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The result has been sporadic doles of grudging emergency funding to meet periodic crises, leaving little certainty about the future.Simon J. Potter, Foreign Affairs, 31 July 2023
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The adorable plush toys that have garnered a fanbase and collectors far and wide sells holiday-specific offerings each year.Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 14 Jan. 2025
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Their suggestions can guide improvements, making your offering even more appealing.Joel Goldstein, Forbes, 14 Jan. 2025
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At present, Sweden’s Volvo is thought to be the only large automaker to have managed to comply with the target, alongside U.S. EV manufacturer Tesla and some Chinese companies.Sam Meredith, CNBC, 10 Jan. 2025
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At present, OpenAI is a long way from profitability.Tharin Pillay, TIME, 8 Jan. 2025
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“Tithe.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tithe. Accessed 22 Jan. 2025.
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