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ancient

[eyn-shuhnt] / ˈeɪn ʃənt /


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The fossil site also points to an ancient river environment filled with fish, freshwater sharks, and crocodiles.

From Science Daily • May 15, 2026

"Each hantavirus has evolved since ancient times along with its rodent host without undergoing significant mutations," Lazaro said.

From Barron's • May 15, 2026

They say the discovery sheds light on how changes in ancient climatic conditions allowed gigantic dinosaurs to develop.

From BBC • May 14, 2026

Who knew Xi Jinping was a student of ancient Greek history?

From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026

Both of our characters stood on a bridge, water rippling below us, a forest bright and green around us, and ancient ruins in the distance.

From "Bye Forever, I Guess" by Jodi Meadows




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