toll
Example Sentences
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There are no reliable figures for the death toll, but it is thought to be at least 50,000.
From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026
Whereas East Germany built a wall, the Cubans erected a toll booth.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026
The rainy winter passes with no major incidents, but as the weather gets warmer and drier, the environment takes its toll on my body.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026
Lockdowns during the pandemic took a toll on her studies and mental health, while stopping her from securing any work experience.
From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026
The lack of food was also taking a toll on their strength.
From "Death on the River of Doubt" by Samantha Seiple
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