The phrase "one's past year" refers to the period of time that has passed from the current date to exactly one year ago. It represents the twelve months prior to the present day. Full definition
In past years of late budgets, governors would often send emergency measures that would expire in two weeks as a way to keep up the pressure on lawmakers to cut a fiscal deal. (buffalonews.com)
But my preference is to live off of the passive income streams and online side income I've built over past years and to NOT draw down our savings and investments. (retirebeforedad.com)
Are the back benefits paid in this year for past years taxable for this year? (teenanalyst.com)