61.   Already, the struggle to win the loyalty of customers like Ms. Edelman is taking a toll on some grocers.

62.   Already the polarization may be taking a toll.

63.   Also, Ackerman said, stores are cutting prices, which could take its toll on profits.

64.   Although she was smiling and good-natured, the years of basement dwelling seemed to be taking their toll.

65.   Although wildlife, vegetation and the elements have taken their toll on the buildings, there is still beauty in the beaux-arts structures.

66.   Alvin Brasswell, a herpetologist at the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences, agrees that commercial and residential development of habitat has taken its toll.

67.   Always among the best prepared teams and always a favorite, but a lack of creative talent could take its toll.

68.   Analysts said tough regulations are beginning to take a toll on weaker banks.

69.   Analysts said the harsher than normal winter took its toll on all insurers as sales of new cars fell and insurance claims rose.

70.   And all that time in the Malibu sun took its toll on our girl, she says.