Toil

usgb/tɔɪl/
verb

To work hard for a long time.

They toiled away in the hot sun to construct the bridge.
Visual representation of "toil" - to work hard for a long time

Often appears as...

  • toil away
  • toil in
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Long Duration

The verb 'toil' emphasizes working continuously for a long time.

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She toiled through the night to finish the report.
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Emotional Weight

'Toil' often suggests work that's emotionally or physically draining.

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After toiling in the fields all day, he was exhausted.
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Persistence Required

Using 'toil' can imply determination despite difficulties.

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They continued to toil away despite the project setbacks.
Visual representation of the word "Toil"

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