myth
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This myth, among others, such as California’s economic dominance and its reputation as a peaceful liberal haven, Didion sought to problematize in her writing.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026
In this case, the idea dated back to an urban myth that emerged in 2019 as a post on the anonymous message board 4Chan.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 1, 2026
Viewed this way, as Yair Mintzker writes in “I, Wandering Jew: A Five-Century History of Our Modern Condition,” the myth becomes “an allegory of the history of the Jewish people.”
From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026
He said that the actress’ “strength and poise” were critical to bringing the myth to life on the big screen.
From Salon • May 24, 2026
He has become a myth like Paul Bunyan or Davy Crockett.
From "The View From Saturday" by E.L. Konigsburg
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