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Lethe

[lee-thee] / ˈli θi /




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The team designated it a new species, Nanotyrannus lethaeus, referencing the River Lethe from Greek mythology -- a fitting tribute to a species "forgotten" for decades.

From Science Daily Nov. 2, 2025

So John Gradus is a journeyer in his own right, learning where he went wrong in life to reach the Lethe and reincarnate.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 22, 2025

Meanwhile, the dean of the college does secret double duty as the faculty liaison with a shadowy organization called Lethe House.

From New York Times Oct. 3, 2019

But Sarah Ruhl's writing does not translate well across the pond – or over Lethe.

From The Guardian May 8, 2010

Thalia Grace, Nico di Angelo, and Percy had worked together to defeat Bob on the banks of the Lethe.

From "The House of Hades" by Rick Riordan




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