folklore

Example Sentences

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The Newcastle United forward must have thought he had written himself into folklore after firing his side in front with a first-time finish in the 85th minute.

From BBC • Mar. 10, 2026

Historically known as 'an Gabhar Fiáin' -- the wild goat -- the Old Irish Goat occupies a unique place in Irish folklore.

From Science Daily • Feb. 26, 2026

And after both sides had chances, 101 seconds into overtime Hughes buried his shot to write his name into American sporting folklore.

From BBC • Feb. 22, 2026

The Super Bowl indicator, a decades-old piece of Wall Street folklore, might be the worst form of prediction, but it’s weirdly one of the most accurate.

From Barron's • Feb. 7, 2026

With all the folklore and mythology, along with Lita’s stories, I have at least a chance to try and convince Mom and Dad I should be a storyteller instead.

From "The Last Cuentista" by Donna Barba Higuera