epitaph

Example Sentences

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None of the Sagalassos graves bore epitaphs, and genetic material is often destroyed by high temperatures in ancient cremations.

From New York Times

Mr. Tuong’s most often quoted line, which he said could be used as his epitaph, was, “I am on the side of tears.”

From New York Times

Social media erupted with epitaphs to the tiny cub.

From BBC

That denial will be written in capital letters as the epitaph for America's democracy and civil society.

From Salon

There will be speakers, including Rosie Grant, who went viral for making recipes she finds on gravestone epitaphs, and plenty of cake for participants to eat.

From Washington Post