ancient
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Over long geological periods, this leads to the large deposits seen in ancient rock formations.
From Science Daily • Apr. 20, 2026
National Science Foundation that aims to drill through Greenland's ice and collect ancient material from below.
From Science Daily • Apr. 18, 2026
"We have a real opportunity to restore these ancient landscapes and protect rare wildlife," Darrall said.
From BBC • Apr. 18, 2026
And sometimes the best way to introduce an ancient Egyptian curse is via a prologue that’s tonally very much like the one in “The Exorcist.”
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026
“An excellent point, Cassiopeia. If the ancient Romans had only had the benefit of your good advice, and Miss Swanburne’s, their empire might still be around today.”
From "The Interrupted Tale" by Maryrose Wood
Vocabulary lists containing ancient
"Romeo and Juliet" by William Shakespeare, Act I
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It's Lit: Hanukkah Words
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"The People Could Fly," Vocabulary from the folk tale
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