Take a toll
To “take a toll” means for something or someone to gradually be harmed or damaged.
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Even though some livestock in Australia aren’t directly exposed to the fires, the stress of the fires and the confusion they experience is gradually causing them harm. Therefore, the wildfires are “taking a toll” on Australian livestock.
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