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lore

[lawr, lohr] / lɔr, loʊr /


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I was privy to the gossip, the lore, the unforgettable parties and the magic of Oliver Peoples through stories — some of which didn’t always add up.

From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 13, 2026

The tale is based on lore passed down in the family of Angelica Chéri, who wrote the book and lyrics.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 11, 2026

The duo host “The Swiftie and The Scholar,” a weekly podcast “exploring the lyrics, lore, and literary legacy of Taylor Swift.”

From MarketWatch ● Nov. 7, 2026

The moment is the result of the hard work that has gone into creating Goblikon’s lore, look and physicality.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 27, 2026

She does not believe the local lore: that “summer birds,” or butterflies, creep out from under the earth.

From "The Girl Who Drew Butterflies: How Maria Merian's Art Changed Science" by Joyce Sidman


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