toils

Example Sentences

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John toils as a sheep farmer and weaver, and practices a fire-and-brimstone form of Presbyterianism.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 2026

While Noah toils away in the desert, artist Maya seeks to recolor her own faded view of the world.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 2, 2025

Even “Minari,” which chronicled the toils of a Korean immigrant family, offered a rare look at Asian American life in rural Arkansas.

From New York Times • Jul. 6, 2023

While De Bruyne toils, Eden Hazard was only able to play an hour here before being replaced - to avoid entering what Martinez calls the 'red zone' of risking yet another injury.

From BBC • Nov. 27, 2022

Through many dangers, toils, and snares, I have already come.

From "The Seven Wonders of Sassafras Springs" by Betty G. Birney