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Corinthian

[kuh-rin-thee-uhn] / kəˈrɪn θi ən /


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Unlike in most mythological tales, the white Corinthian columns have been swapped out for brutal stone architecture.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 15, 2026

Over the weekend he posted apparent architectural mock-ups of Corinthian columns replete with lions' heads, on the White House.

From Barron's Jul. 6, 2026

The brand delivered aerodynamically groundbreaking cars in the 1930s and luxurious land yachts in the ‘60s and ‘70s with “Fine Corinthian Leather.”

From The Wall Street Journal Apr. 4, 2026

The building’s fluted Corinthian columns are right at home in neoclassical Washington, but they aren’t a match with the rest of the White House, with its simpler, smooth columns and Ionic capitals.

From Slate Aug. 5, 2025

Its base was a mammoth marble neoclassical museum, complete with Corinthian pillars and carved entablature.

From "Middlesex: A Novel" by Jeffrey Eugenides

In a prerecorded video, President Donald Trump read from the New Testament book of 2 Corinthians.

From Salon Jun. 29, 2026

She eventually earned a place in the Under-15 side of Corinthians, a powerhouse of South American women's football with six Copa Libertadores titles.

From Barron's Jun. 2, 2026

But former Manchester United forward Lingard, who joined Corinthians after leaving FC Seoul, is settling in well.

From BBC Apr. 27, 2026

However, Corinthians shocked US champions Gotham FC in Wednesday's semi-finals and pushed Arsenal all the way in front of over 25,000 at the Emirates Stadium.

From Barron's Feb. 1, 2026

When he did appear,' it was hard for Corinthians not to speak or acknowledge his presence.

From "Song of Solomon" by Toni Morrison




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