toll
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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
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
In an updated toll Sunday, the DRC government said the country had 488 confirmed cases and 86 deaths in the epidemic, which it announced on May 15.
From Barron's • Jun. 7, 2026
Cantey's voice still catches with emotion as she recalls that frightening time and devastating toll.
From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026
Despite all the praise, the stress from her sisters’ public revelations took its toll on Leah’s health.
From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock
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