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Amateurs Aphrodite Deng and Maria Jose Marin both find themselves in contention heading into the final round after each player posted a 3-under 68, leaving both players at 2 under for the tournament. Bob Buttitta, Daily News, 7 June 2026 An active economic and commercial hub The remains of the basilica and Aphrodite’s head were found in an ancient necropolis in the province of Beni Suef, 80 miles south of Cairo, the Tourism and Antiquities Ministry said. Samy Magdy, Los Angeles Times, 1 June 2026 Egypt agreed to buy the entire output of the Aphrodite gas deposit in Cyprus when the field starts up in about six years, as the North African country looks to ensure long-term supply to meet growing demand. Galit Altstein, Bloomberg, 9 Apr. 2026 Pink Floyd live at Hakone Aphrodite, Kanagawa, August 6, 1971. Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 23 Mar. 2026

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Etymology

Greek Aphroditē

First Known Use

1565, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of Aphrodite was in 1565

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“Aphrodite.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Aphrodite. Accessed 2 Aug. 2026.

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