ancient times
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"Each hantavirus has evolved since ancient times along with its rodent host without undergoing significant mutations," Lazaro said.
From Barron's • May 15, 2026
Speculators have poured their earnings into all kinds of investments since ancient times, but they always return to gold.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026
The history of warfare itself, harkening back to ancient times, reinforces this point.
From Slate • Apr. 13, 2026
Younger people were often captured during attacks in ancient times and taken as slaves.
From Science Daily • Mar. 9, 2026
We’re talking ages ago— ancient times, warring kingdoms, that sort of thing.
From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin
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