lore
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
Some of its characters are among the most well-known in video games, and there are whole communities dedicated to discussing the lore of their universe.
From BBC ● Sep. 18, 2026
Wouldn’t an entire town and all of witchy history knowing your family’s lore present its own unique challenges in the age of the smartphone?
From Salon ● Sep. 14, 2026
Family lore has it that when she was first starting out, Marvin Gaye told her that if she was going to pursue a life in music, she’d better love it, because it would kill her.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 7, 2026
With a knack for lively storytelling, Peva shares that lore with more than 37,000 Instagram followers—who, alongside his signature boarding-school bow ties, have made the veteran broker an unlikely social-media influencer.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 21, 2026
Family lore had it that he possessed unexplained skills and senses, that his nimble hands could spirit away afflictions in both humans and animals.
From "Hidden Figures" by Margot Lee Shetterly
Vocabulary lists containing lore
Vocabulary from an excerpt from "Confessions of a 30-Year-Old Gamer," by Ta-Nehisi Paul Coates
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
Beowulf
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
The Girl Who Drank the Moon
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
