Meaning of the word imposition in English

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imposition

US /ˌɪm.pəˈzɪʃ.ən/
UK /ˌɪm.pəˈzɪʃ.ən/
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Noun

1.

the act of imposing something, such as a tax, rule, or burden

Example:
The new tax was an unwelcome imposition on small businesses.
The government's imposition of strict regulations led to public outcry.
2.

an unwelcome or unfair demand or burden

Example:
I hope my request isn't too much of an imposition.
Visiting them late at night would be an imposition.
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