revenue sharing

noun

1. the system of disbursing part of federal tax revenues to state and local governments for their use.

revenue sharing

1. A transfer of tax revenue from one unit of government, such as the federal government, to other units, such as state governments.

Other Words From

• reve·nue-sharing adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of revenue sharing¹

First recorded in 1970–75

Example Sentences

A new quarterback, a new defensive coordinator, a new defensive scheme and a new, stiffer schedule to handle, all with revenue sharing also on the horizon.

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The company said it has been developing a revenue sharing program with publishers.

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The Department of Education, which enforces Title IX gender equity rules, still has yet to offer details on how Title IX applies to revenue sharing and women’s sports.

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In the league’s view, that would erode the system of revenue sharing and competitive balance.

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How much money would be distributed as part of those revenue sharing arrangements?

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