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legends

NOUN

story of the past, often fictitious

Synonyms

STRONGEST

fable fiction folklore lore myth mythology tale tradition

STRONG

narrative saga

WEAK

folk story folk tale mythos

Antonyms

STRONGEST

non-fiction truth

NOUN

brief description in document

Synonyms

STRONG

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Example Sentences

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Danielle Postel-Vinay and Gary Phillips pay homage to literary legends with stories that sizzle with personality and authenticity.

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026

The latest series of BBC TV comedy-drama Beyond Paradise is leaning into the myths and legends of the South West.

From BBC • Apr. 28, 2026

Apple’s CEO Tim Cook knows all about replacing legends, having taken the helm of the tech giant following the departure of Steve Jobs in 2011.

From Barron's • Apr. 21, 2026

Ms. Ware has cited Donna Summer and Chaka Khan as inspirations, and her voice’s combination of power and warmth puts her in league with such legends.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 21, 2026

“Why are you crying? I thought legends didn’t do that.”

From "The Last Last-Day-of-Summer" by Lamar Giles