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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
The driving force in the mythos of French cuisine, a sauce can conjure olfactory loops and Proustian moments.
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Joel Hart, Vogue, 23 Oct. 2025
Indeed, no film of the past ninety years has given a more exciting and haunting take on Frankenstein mythos.
—Rory Doherty, Vulture, 20 Oct. 2025
Over 10 freewheeling tracks, the band successfully weaves even more of their mythos, while spinning into new genres, tackling new subject matter and having the most fun possible while doing it all.
—Stephen Daw, Billboard, 17 Oct. 2025
Jason Bourne builds upon the mythos established in the initial trilogy, mostly ignoring Legacy without erasing it from the franchise’s continuity.
—Declan Gallagher, Entertainment Weekly, 13 Sep. 2025
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Joel Hart, Vogue, 23 Oct. 2025
Indeed, no film of the past ninety years has given a more exciting and haunting take on Frankenstein mythos.
—Rory Doherty, Vulture, 20 Oct. 2025
Over 10 freewheeling tracks, the band successfully weaves even more of their mythos, while spinning into new genres, tackling new subject matter and having the most fun possible while doing it all.
—Stephen Daw, Billboard, 17 Oct. 2025
Jason Bourne builds upon the mythos established in the initial trilogy, mostly ignoring Legacy without erasing it from the franchise’s continuity.
—Declan Gallagher, Entertainment Weekly, 13 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mythos
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Hers is a disquieting book, awash in Jenny Holzer-like slogans, memories of a strict evangelical childhood, stories jigsawed together and sudden, breathtaking insights, all framed by the myth of Shahrazad (known in the West as Scheherazade).—
Dan Sheehan,
Literary Hub,
22 Jan. 2026
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Numerous legends and myths surround the estate.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
22 Jan. 2026
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The 30‑meter‑tall steel horse‑head sculptures embody the fusion of Scotland’s rich heritage and mythology with the power of Scottish industry and engineering.—
Stephanie Petit,
PEOPLE,
20 Jan. 2026
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Related Stories The projects draw inspiration from prominent figures and traditions in Indian mythology and history, including Hanuman, Krishna, Shiva, Shivaji, Durga, Kali, and Swami Samarth.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
20 Jan. 2026
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Naji Marshall led the Mavericks with 30 points, while Bay Area legend Klay Thompson scored six points.—
Joseph Dycus,
Mercury News,
23 Jan. 2026
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There's also a lineup of documentaries whose subjects include singers Courtney Love and Marianne Faithfull, tennis legend Billie Jean King, author Salman Rushdie, and topics like artificial intelligence, summitting K2, and children competing to sell the most Girl Scout cookies.—
David Morgan,
CBS News,
22 Jan. 2026
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Slavic folklore about vampires suggests one partial answer to the especial fear of the vulnerable.—
Rivka Galchen,
New Yorker,
7 Jan. 2026
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Laxness combines folklore and myth with humble details of the natural world in this delightful novel.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
6 Jan. 2026
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The vocalist has led his band Fuerza Regida to top multiple Billboard charts and helped propel the Mexican corrido tradition, all while running his own label.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Jan. 2026
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Kate Middleton turns 44 today—and in a break from tradition, instead of the customary portrait that usually marks the occasion, the Princess of Wales has released a video.—
Anna Grace Lee,
Vogue,
9 Jan. 2026
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Johnson, 39, is the main songwriter and talker of the group, always ready with a thorough answer regarding any bit of Long Beach or Joyce Manor lore.—
Brady Gerber,
Los Angeles Times,
22 Jan. 2026
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Meanwhile, a complimentary audio guide, available in 16 languages, tells the city’s maritime lore—from its Gold Rush boomtown days to modern status.—
Lewis Nunn,
Forbes.com,
22 Jan. 2026
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“Mythos.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mythos. Accessed 25 Jan. 2026.
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