folklore
Example Sentences
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"The recording demonstrates how voice and performance can transform an everyday news event into a lasting piece of cultural folklore," it wrote.
From BBC • Mar. 30, 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
"This is a self-reliant character who outwits those trying to exploit her with silent grit and steely determination. Momin slipped into this feminist folklore with quiet understanding."
From BBC • Feb. 7, 2026
His 51 goals in just over 120 appearances for the Phoenix -- which included Golden Boot honours and the award for the league's best player -- earned him a place in Pacific football folklore.
From Barron's • Feb. 5, 2026
Her battle with Sheriff Clark became part of the folklore of the voting rights campaign.
From "Because They Marched" by Russell Freedman
Vocabulary lists containing folklore
Literary Genres - Introductory
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Literary Genres - Advanced
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