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He is of course, referring to Homer's epic poem that follows the travels of Odysseus and his crew, who faced perils such a the monster Scylla and giant whirlpool Charybdis.

From Salon

Sam Farmer picking the Rams as having the seventh-best chance of winning the Super Bowl, over several superior teams like the Green Bay Packers, is such a “homer” pick, even Homer Simpson would be embarrassed.

Memnon is briefly mentioned in Homer’s “The Odyssey” and his image figures prominently on vase paintings.

One case included a robot named “Homer” that was supposed to help distribute medication to the elderly and disabled, according to the district attorney.

The 38-year-old reportedly gained access to a flat in the Italian capital's Prati district via the balcony but became distracted after picking up a book about Homer's Iliad on a bedside table.

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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