mythical

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Suleimani was powerful and viewed as a national hero in Iran, and his mythical status grew even more in death.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026

The book, Fischer’s third about film history, starts before the trio were “big mythical names” and instead were just a bunch of guys setting out to fulfill their dreams.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 20, 2026

That mythical number has often been cited as the threshold at which managers, players and fans can relax - but the total has not actually been needed to stay up since 2010-11.

From BBC • Feb. 11, 2026

In each, Ms. Khatwa, an earth scientist and television host, skillfully and respectfully balances scientific understanding with the spiritualities tied to the mythical stories of indigenous peoples.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 16, 2026

Not all mythical beasts are friendly, of course, but even the hostile ones have certain amiable redeeming aspects.

From "The Lives of a Cell" by Lewis Thomas