folklore

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Historically known as 'an Gabhar Fiáin' -- the wild goat -- the Old Irish Goat occupies a unique place in Irish folklore.

From Science Daily • Feb. 26, 2026

And after both sides had chances, 101 seconds into overtime Hughes buried his shot to write his name into American sporting folklore.

From BBC • Feb. 22, 2026

Others describe money hidden in ceilings, toilet tanks and even household appliances, part of a folklore of concealment born of repeated financial trauma.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 3, 2026

South Tyrol's folklore will also be celebrated during the Games.

From Barron's • Feb. 2, 2026

Our literature, our films, our drama, our folklore all exalt it.

From "The Autobiography of Malcolm X" by Alex Malcolm X;Hailey