按照字面的意思，take a toll on 是让某人某事付出代价。实际的含义是，对某人某事造成坏的影响。
今天上午开了很多会，我的一个同事说到，"This morning has taken a toll on me"，来表达身体有点透支了。
After witnessing a road accident, it took a toll on Samantha’s mood and she couldn’t focus on her work the entire day.
Over consumption of alcohol over the years, takes a toll on the liver.
Extensive exercising over the years has taken a toll on Kevin’s knees. He has to wear a knee cap now.
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