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as in to ring
to make the clear sound heard when metal vibrates
let the church bells joyously toll on this most happy occasion
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Recent Examples of toll
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 May 2026
The emotional and psychological toll of HS is well documented, driven by chronic pain, unpredictable flares and the stigma associated with visible symptoms.
—Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 6 May 2026
Rachel Burchfield, InStyle, 12 Mar. 2026
Since Eichenberg spent the 2025 season on PUP, his one-year contract signed to return to Miami at the end of his four-year rookie deal tolled into 2026.
—David Furones, Sun Sentinel, 2 Mar. 2026
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Noun
The signature treatment is the dotsho, or hot stone bath, a ritual locals have practiced for generations to ease joint pain, arthritis, and the toll of long winters spent farming.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 May 2026
The emotional and psychological toll of HS is well documented, driven by chronic pain, unpredictable flares and the stigma associated with visible symptoms.
—Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 6 May 2026
Verb
Bells at Westminster Abbey—where his parents had married over two years prior—tolled continuously for three hours in celebration.
—Rachel Burchfield, InStyle, 12 Mar. 2026
Since Eichenberg spent the 2025 season on PUP, his one-year contract signed to return to Miami at the end of his four-year rookie deal tolled into 2026.
—David Furones, Sun Sentinel, 2 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for toll
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If a drug retails for $100 and a hospital can buy it for $60, then charges the patient or their insurance the full $100 price, the hospital then has $40 to put toward other expenses.—
Dené K. Dryden,
Twin Cities,
8 May 2026
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Winner is responsible for all applicable federal, state and local taxes, if any, as well as any other costs and expenses associated with Prize acceptance and use not specified herein as being provided.—
AJC.com,
AJC.com,
7 May 2026
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This would have come as news to the Highland Scots who invaded England in 1745 or the Irish Whiteboys who terrorized landlords and tax collectors a few decades later.—
Daniel Immerwahr,
New Yorker,
4 May 2026
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The only element likely still in play is the potential ability for the Heat to claw back some or all of Terry’s 2025-26 salary, a factor that would not have an impact on the payroll, salary cap or luxury tax going forward.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
3 May 2026
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Beyond the convenience factor, Just Bare’s chicken bites are an economical option too, generally ringing out at Sam’s Club for about $14 for a three-pound bag, which can carry us for several meals.—
Betsy Cribb Watson,
Southern Living,
9 May 2026
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When the center-field video board showed the announcement, loud boos rang out from the sparse crowd braving elements.—
Gabrielle Starr,
Boston Herald,
9 May 2026
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Access to early education remains limited, waitlists are long, and costs continue to rise.—
Tina Dello Russo,
Boston Herald,
10 May 2026
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Travel to North Africa or the Middle East may require more planning, higher costs and longer journeys.—
Jamie Carter,
Space.com,
10 May 2026
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Kennedy said removing tariffs would reduce friction for importers, distributors and independent bottlers sourcing stock from Scotland, while also strengthening long-term confidence across the industry.—
Hugh Leask,
CNBC,
9 May 2026
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The court determined that most of the states didn't have legal standing to sue, though, and only blocked the tariffs for the two small businesses and Washington.—
Zac Anderson,
USA Today,
8 May 2026
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Highlights include a June 13 anniversary celebration with Jungle Fire, Healing Gems and DJ Liza Richardson; a tribute to the music of Stevie Wonder with DJ Spinna, Monalisa and MC Cognito; and a tribute to Roy Ayers led by composer Sly5thAve with a 12-piece ensemble including drummer Kassa Overall.—
Jessica Gelt,
Los Angeles Times,
8 May 2026
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All week, the British press has been awash with tributes to Attenborough, who has been making and presenting nature documentaries for decades.—
Max Goldbart,
Deadline,
8 May 2026
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Achieving near-100% online property tax payments, in partnership with our residents, is the single greatest operational efficiency gain yielding millions in more revenue annually.—
Lucas Robinson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
8 May 2026
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The development is projected to generate around $100,000 annually in property tax revenue.—
Molly Morrow,
Chicago Tribune,
8 May 2026
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Potential ballot measures Several potential ballot measures were also surveyed by Emerson, with questions regarding lowering the state income tax and rent control gaining the most favorability among voters polled.—
Tim Dunn,
Boston Herald,
8 May 2026
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In the months since, as enthusiasm around AI has grown, the stock market and expectations about income tax collections have continued to climb.—
Kate Wolffe,
Sacbee.com,
7 May 2026
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“Toll.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/toll. Accessed 10 May. 2026.
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