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ancient

[eyn-shuhnt] / ˈeɪn ʃənt /


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Still, “Time and Water” collapses the notion that we are somehow separate from these ancient, essential formations: an encouraging hello to the future from inside a sobering goodbye.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

Lying between the capital and the ancient royal palace at Fontainebleau, Fouju is a community of just 650 people.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

He called himself the most Catholic evangelical in the world, and he admired the Catholic Church’s ancient traditions and respect for Mary.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

Nothing is more sublime than transitioning from Jimin’s penetrating vocals of “You know how we do!” on “2.0” directly to the deep reverberations of the ancient bell that soothe and reset.

From Salon • Jun. 5, 2026

With Tiamat he would slither into jewel-studded caves, soar through ash-dark skies, and study ancient mysteries.

From "Jeremy Thatcher, Dragon Hatcher" by Bruce Coville




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