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Toll
01
value measured by what must be given or done or undergone to obtain something
02
a fee charged for using a bridge, road, or tunnel
03
the sound of a bell being struck
04
an amount of money that is paid for a long-distance phone call
05
the number of people who have died or gotten injured because of a war, natural disaster, pandemic, etc.
toll
n
Example
Toll booths along the turnpike collected fees for maintenance and improvements.
She paid the toll at the automated booth.
The despondent look on her face revealed the emotional toll of the recent breakup.
The pandemic has taken a heavy toll on healthcare workers and vulnerable populations.
The emotional toll of the betrayal racked his heart with sorrow.
