as in mythology
the body of customs, beliefs, stories, and sayings associated with a people, thing, or place
the Scottish Highlands are rich in folklore
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Recent Examples of folklore
In a retelling of a legend on the folklore database, the creatures were a bit of a mixed bag.
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James Doubek, NPR, 20 Nov. 2024
Simply by staying alert, anyone can take a stab a folklore forecasting.
—Kirby Adams, The Courier-Journal, 1 Nov. 2024
Yet, despite the tension, the concert went ahead and has since become part of musical folklore, cementing Slane Castle’s legacy as one of the world’s most iconic outdoor music venues.
—Paul Caputo, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024
The moniker is derived from a manipulation of Japanese folklore that became popular following the 2011 earthquake and tsunami in eastern Japan that led to the Fukushima nuclear plant meltdown, Frable said.
—Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 21 Nov. 2024
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James Doubek, NPR, 20 Nov. 2024
Simply by staying alert, anyone can take a stab a folklore forecasting.
—Kirby Adams, The Courier-Journal, 1 Nov. 2024
Yet, despite the tension, the concert went ahead and has since become part of musical folklore, cementing Slane Castle’s legacy as one of the world’s most iconic outdoor music venues.
—Paul Caputo, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024
The moniker is derived from a manipulation of Japanese folklore that became popular following the 2011 earthquake and tsunami in eastern Japan that led to the Fukushima nuclear plant meltdown, Frable said.
—Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 21 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for folklore
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The small asteroid, which is little more than 3 miles in diameter, approaches so close to the sun that it was named for the son of the sun-god Helios, who in Greek mythology lost control of his father's chariot and set the Earth ablaze.Eric Lagatta, USA TODAY, 12 Dec. 2024
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Eros, known as Cupid in Roman mythology, was the ancient Greek god of love and desire, often depicted as a winged youth with a bow and arrow.Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 12 Dec. 2024
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Today, Roberto Coin continues to break mold after mold, with each collection bringing forward new narratives articulated through exquisite gemstones, intricate detailing, and a profound respect for artisanal tradition.Fairchild Studio, WWD, 7 Dec. 2024
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For spices like cinnamon, the amount and frequency of consumption depends on cultural traditions and personal preference.Katarzyna Kordas, Discover Magazine, 7 Dec. 2024
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Fanboys are an unpredictable lot, but despite requisite nods to Marvel lore and appearances by Spider-Man antagonists Rhino, the Foreigner and the Chameleon, without the webslinger these foes are not all that interesting.David Rooney, The Hollywood Reporter, 11 Dec. 2024
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Conversely, Path of Exile adhered more closely to that aesthetic, while introducing its own world and lore.Diego Argüello, Rolling Stone, 6 Dec. 2024
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“Folklore.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/folklore. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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