libation
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A cuneiform text attributed to King Tukultī-Ninurta II refers to a libation vessel that had originally been created by Tukultī-Ninurta I and was later restored by Aššur-uballit.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 26, 2026
A few soft drinks are the only libation.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 23, 2024
The festival is held in beautiful Esther Short Park and you can sip your libation of choice while listening to live music from the likes of Quiet Riot and Great White.
From Seattle Times ● Jul. 14, 2023
While the drink may veer into a bit of a sweet realm, it would certainly make a bright and festive libation to enjoy over the holidays.
From Salon ● Dec. 18, 2022
Jason took in his hands a golden goblet and, pouring a libation of wine into the sea, called upon Zeus whose lance is the lightning to speed them on their way.
From "Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes" by Edith Hamilton
Kierstead pointed to pre-theater and lobby libations as a potential culprit.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 8, 2026
“This year, the Arizona Bowl is bringing sports, libations, and entertainment into a singular bowl game, and we are changing the definition of what a brand partnership is in the NCAA.”
From Los Angeles Times ● May 7, 2024
Concertgoers at the Paramount Theater and attendees of the Northwest Folklife Festival, for example, can now order their libations in reusable polypropylene cups.
From Salon ● May 2, 2024
From waterfront wineries with stunning views to festivals, here’s your guide to local libations in Vancouver.
From Seattle Times ● Jul. 14, 2023
With my drawn blade I spaded up the votive pit, and poured libations round it to the unnumbered dead: sweet milk and honey, then sweet wine, and last clear water; and I scattered barley down.
From "The Odyssey" by Homer
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"The Odyssey" by Homer, Books 1–7
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