date back
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These remains date back to the Middle Eocene period, roughly 47 million years ago.
From Science Daily • Apr. 29, 2026
Even gold wedding bands date back to the ancient world, Gordon says.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026
Ties between the two states date back to the Middle Ages and they share interests such as promoting interfaith dialogue and environmental protection.
From Barron's • Mar. 25, 2026
But while ties date back to the Cold War, Angola has been gradually drifting away from Russia's sphere of influence.
From BBC • Mar. 23, 2026
“Did you know fossils of the clawed lobster date back to the Cretaceous?” he asked.
From "Made You Up" by Francesca Zappia
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