lore
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The lone exception might be Rocco, Zoe’s pet rock, whose complicated relationship with Elmo has become part of children’s television lore.
From Salon • Jun. 7, 2026
The show has developed its own lore over the years as characters from other movies and shows joined the fray to expand the show’s footprint in “Star Wars” canon.
From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026
She begins to cross-reference family lore with a stunning trove of mail in original packaging, baptismal records from remote towns, court filings and Freedom of Information requests.
From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026
The area based on Bargatze’s local lore would include coasters and a “Donkey Dive” ride inspired by one of his jokes.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026
Of course, in his personal lore he would have said that he started with $200 in his pocket and a wife and baby and just a few words of English.
From "Native Speaker" by Chang-rae Lee
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