mortal

Example Sentences

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These are things that are beyond our mortal comprehension, but that are maybe coming in the near-future.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 2026

If France didn't know they were in a mighty battle by now - and their Grand Slam in mortal jeopardy - then they knew it minutes later when the rampant hosts did them again.

From BBC • Mar. 7, 2026

The Americans looked not only mortal, but downright overmatched.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 19, 2026

You have to strain to see him, way up there, high above this mortal coil.

From Slate • Feb. 16, 2026

“I fell in love with a mortal named Hyacinthus. He was quite extraordinary.”

From "The House of Hades" by Rick Riordan