take a toll

Frequency: 8.728.5 per million words

To cause harm, damage, or suffering over a period of time.

tollVERB + toll

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Examples (10)

  • The pressure of fame can take a terrible toll.
  • The recession is taking its toll.
  • Illness has taken a heavy toll on her.
  • Working long hours will eventually take a toll on your health.
  • Years of conflict have taken a devastating toll on the country's infrastructure.
  • The constant stress of the job began to take a significant toll on his mental well-being.
  • Climate change is taking its toll on ecosystems worldwide.
  • Dealing with grief can take an emotional toll on anyone.
  • The lack of sleep finally took its toll, and she fell asleep at her desk.
  • If we don't address these issues, they will continue to take a severe toll on society.