Toils Meaning in English
word · lemma: toil
Definition
Toils are hard, continuous work, often tiring or difficult. It can also refer to the physical or mental effort involved in such work.
Usage & Nuances
'Toils' is quite formal or literary, mostly found in written English, especially in books and poetry. Common collocation is 'the toils of' (life, labor). It is not used for routine, easy work. Singular 'toil' is also common as both noun and verb ('to toil away'). Avoid confusing with 'soil' (earth) or 'tools' (instruments).
Example Sentences
After many toils, she finally finished the project.
basic
The farmer’s toils never seemed to end.
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She told stories of her parents’ toils when they moved to the city.
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Despite all his toils, he never complained once.
natural
They finally saw the results of their toils after years of hard work.
natural
Life is full of unexpected toils and triumphs.
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