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as in myth
a traditional but unfounded story that gives the reason for a current custom, belief, or fact of nature
according to one creation mythos, humans sprang from the forehead of a god
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as in mythology
the body of customs, beliefs, stories, and sayings associated with a people, thing, or place
the Superman mythos has long since become ingrained in popular American culture
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Recent Examples of mythos
For decades, the phrase has symbolized the mythos of the Texas Rangers law enforcement agency — and drawn criticism for glossing over parts of its history tied to racial violence and segregation.
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Marley Malenfant, Austin American Statesman, 4 Mar. 2026
The paintings at The Journal Gallery borrow liberally from current events, religion, recent history, the mythos of the Wild West, fascism, and old Hollywood.
—Nate Freeman, Vanity Fair, 25 Feb. 2026
French director Simon Panay tackles the complex duality of West African mythos in his latest short film, The Boy with White Skin.
—Destiny Jackson, Deadline, 10 Jan. 2026
Serpell’s inquiry weighs the consuming mythos around Morrison against the real woman’s complex and thorny output.
—Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 6 Jan. 2026
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Marley Malenfant, Austin American Statesman, 4 Mar. 2026
The paintings at The Journal Gallery borrow liberally from current events, religion, recent history, the mythos of the Wild West, fascism, and old Hollywood.
—Nate Freeman, Vanity Fair, 25 Feb. 2026
French director Simon Panay tackles the complex duality of West African mythos in his latest short film, The Boy with White Skin.
—Destiny Jackson, Deadline, 10 Jan. 2026
Serpell’s inquiry weighs the consuming mythos around Morrison against the real woman’s complex and thorny output.
—Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 6 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mythos
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Some believe Benjamin Franklin wanted the wild turkey to be the national bird because the eagle steals food from other birds, but Kochersperger said that’s a myth.—
Sarah Raza,
Chicago Tribune,
15 May 2026
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Like so many historical myths, this swashbuckling tale of pirates, court accusations, and gossip, which frames the rags-to-riches emergence of this American family, is rife with historical fiction.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
14 May 2026
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But the urgency here is rooted in a founding mythology that insists every individual has the authority to define themselves.—
MONICA LEWINSKY,
Rolling Stone,
19 May 2026
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The plot, omnipresent in the mythology of chasing, hinges on the idea of getting dangerously close to a storm to get data that could help create a better warning system and save lives.—
Emily Holshouser
May 19,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
19 May 2026
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Attend a world-class sporting event, walk or run to help those who help others, see a rock legend perform, see a live-action version of a children's show, or simply relax with a glass of wine.—
John Coffren,
Baltimore Sun,
14 May 2026
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Club legend and current assistant coach Roger Espinoza gave the pre-game speech.—
Daniel Sperry,
Kansas City Star,
14 May 2026
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With a wingspan stretching over two meters, legs as thick as a child’s wrist and talons larger than a grizzly bear’s claws, the harpy eagle has become the subject of rainforest folklore across Central and South America.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
17 May 2026
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Saint-Tropez’s status as a center of gravity for pop-culture folklore isn’t set to wane any time soon.—
Nick Scott,
Robb Report,
17 May 2026
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In any case, to compose in the classical tradition today is to go against the grain of a hyper-commodified culture.—
Alex Ross,
New Yorker,
18 May 2026
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And while much of what is now published in the country with the regime’s approval is indeed florid propaganda, outside of Russia the grand tradition of Russian literature is very much alive.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
18 May 2026
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This summer the tournament returns to North America, and Guadalajara will add to its considerable football lore when this stadium hosts four more World Cup matches, including a heavyweight bout between Spain and its onetime colony Uruguay.—
Franklin Leonard,
Vanity Fair,
14 May 2026
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It’s been a few years since Brewster last watched the movie, which established the lore of the Toretto family, a crew of gearheads and street racers led by Diesel’s Dominic.—
Angelique Jackson,
Variety,
14 May 2026
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“Mythos.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mythos. Accessed 23 May. 2026.
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