Toil

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Long DurationPlay
The verb 'toil' emphasizes working continuously for a long time. SlideShe toiled through the night to finish the report.
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Emotional WeightPlay
'Toil' often suggests work that's emotionally or physically draining. SlideAfter toiling in the fields all day, he was exhausted.
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Persistence RequiredPlay
Using 'toil' can imply determination despite difficulties. SlideThey continued to toil away despite the project setbacks.