legend
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“But even if it’s more legend than fact, it speaks to the long-standing connection between pretzels and Vienna, where they remain a beloved part of the city’s culinary and cultural identity.”
From Salon • Apr. 28, 2026
“Whether you like him or dislike him, you can’t disagree that he is a legend in the tech world,” Molo said.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 28, 2026
Shoemaker was already a legend and had already won the Derby three times by then.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 26, 2026
The Portugal legend scored 450 goals in 438 games over nine seasons.
From BBC • Apr. 21, 2026
Family legend had it that Sopha wanted to avoid the nickname Eliza.
From "The Woman All Spies Fear" by Amy Butler Greenfield
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Academy Awards, List 5
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