elves

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She was alive to folklore that told of fairies and elves and the lingering dead.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

More than 25,000 people attend the annual SantaCon event in New York City, dressed up as Santa Claus, elves and other holiday characters.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026

Visitors won’t experience any flashing lights, dancing elves or blaring carols.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 10, 2025

It's not every day that Father Christmas finds himself briefing his elves about the hazards of sunstroke, but this summer northern Finland has seen temperatures hover around 30C for days on end.

From BBC • Jul. 24, 2025

But in spite of the comical red imps, sparkling elves, and the gorgeous princes and princesses, Jo’s pleasure had a drop of bitterness in it.

From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott