ancient
Example Sentences
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This ancient strain infected people across Eurasia for nearly two millennia before disappearing.
From Science Daily
This past March, we held a celebration of life for Peanut, Meredith’s ancient mutt who’d been our Sunday mascot.
From Los Angeles Times
Glass’ subject matter varies widely in epochs and ethoses, from ancient Egypt to Walt Disney’s Hollywood.
From Los Angeles Times
Understanding daily life in ancient cultures depends on reliable biological records.
From Science Daily
"Peatlands and organic soils can smolder for weeks to years, releasing enormous amounts of ancient carbon."
From Science Daily
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
