toll

Example Sentences

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There is a psychological toll as well as a physical one for the workers keeping the power on.

From The Wall Street Journal

Details of other possible attacks in nearby villages remained unclear and reports have noted the toll could rise.

From BBC

But four decades of grueling work, a bout with prostate cancer and surgery to replace both of his hips with titanium implants have taken their toll.

From The Wall Street Journal

The revelations have taken their toll on the whole family, says Ms Pelicot.

From BBC

They’re paying a toll to see homes an open market would show them free.

From The Wall Street Journal