ancient

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Dunk’s good, stout heart informs his determination to live up to the ancient chivalric oaths, which also makes him hopelessly naïve.

From Salon

That ancient material still lingers in this region, including dwarf planets like Pluto, comets, and countless planetesimals.

From Science Daily

Until now, most spinosaurid fossils had been recovered from coastal deposits close to ancient shorelines.

From Science Daily

The 'Drop of Fire' – the Olympic flame carried in a small glass vessel – was brought into ancient arena to light up the rings before the parade of athletes.

From BBC

By analyzing its antibiotic resistance profile, they discovered that this ancient microbe may help scientists better understand how antibiotic resistance develops and spreads naturally.

From Science Daily