archaic
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West African populations carry genetic signatures from an unidentified archaic lineage.
From Science Daily ● Nov. 5, 2026
Excellent writers all, but as unlike Tolkien as it is possible to be and mostly opposed to the archaic model of English literary studies he clung to.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 30, 2026
It’s the archaic act of tyrannical monarchies, staged in the shadow of a looming tower or in the town square.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 10, 2026
Earl Spencer talks about how little he cares for "archaic" titles for the aristocracy or royals.
From BBC ● Sep. 21, 2026
Usually these groups guard treasures hidden from the waves of conquest, the golden artifacts of an archaic Montezuma, or a mine so rich that its discovery would change the world.
From "Travels with Charley in Search of America" by John Steinbeck
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