ancient times
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In ancient times, the solar eclipse was thought to be a monster eating the sun, she said.
From BBC ● Aug. 13, 2026
"Each hantavirus has evolved since ancient times along with its rodent host without undergoing significant mutations," Lazaro said.
From Barron's ● May 15, 2026
The history of warfare itself, harkening back to ancient times, reinforces this point.
From Slate ● Apr. 13, 2026
Diplomatic immunity is a concept that goes back to ancient times, when warring tribes allowed enemy messengers safe passage as a way to communicate with each other.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 10, 2026
‘In the ancient times, Orion joined the Hunters. He was Lady Artemis’s best friend. He had no rivals at the bow - except for the goddess herself, and perhaps her brother, Apollo.’
From "Blood of Olympus" by Rick Riordan
