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as in translation
an explanation or description accompanying a pictorial illustration
the legend in the science textbook indicated that the accompanying picture had been enlarged by 1000%
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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
some ancient civilizations had legends about spirits that inhabited trees and rocks
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as in folklore
the body of customs, beliefs, stories, and sayings associated with a people, thing, or place
that story of how the world came to be has long been part of Native American legend
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Recent Examples of legend
And Neil’s got an old outlaw buddy on the organ: Spooner Oldham, the 81-year-old Memphis legend heard on so many soul classics by Aretha Franklin, Wilson Pickett, and Percy Sledge.
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Rob Sheffield, Rolling Stone, 13 June 2025
Swizz Beatz is an absolute ‘90s hip-hop legend; his family founded Ruff Ryders Entertainment, which brought us DMX, Drag-On, Eve, and The Lox (Jadakiss, Sheek and Styles P).
—Tony Maglio, HollywoodReporter, 13 June 2025
The framework of the legend of Troy rests on, and is brought to completion by, the rape of women.
—Literary Hub, 13 June 2025
The Axeman remains one of New Orleans’ most enduring legends, inspiring books, jazz ballads and even an appearance in American Horror Story, the FX series.
—Christina Coulter, People.com, 4 June 2025
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Rob Sheffield, Rolling Stone, 13 June 2025
Swizz Beatz is an absolute ‘90s hip-hop legend; his family founded Ruff Ryders Entertainment, which brought us DMX, Drag-On, Eve, and The Lox (Jadakiss, Sheek and Styles P).
—Tony Maglio, HollywoodReporter, 13 June 2025
The framework of the legend of Troy rests on, and is brought to completion by, the rape of women.
—Literary Hub, 13 June 2025
The Axeman remains one of New Orleans’ most enduring legends, inspiring books, jazz ballads and even an appearance in American Horror Story, the FX series.
—Christina Coulter, People.com, 4 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for legend
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Your Instagram caption could become next week's newsletter.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2025
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On Thursday, June 12, the 52-year-old actress shared a series of behind-the scenes snaps from her 2015 photo shoot with Annie Leibovitz for Vanity Fair along with the hashtag #tbt in the caption.—
Catherine Santino,
People.com,
13 June 2025
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When the photographer Víctor Zea was a child living in Lima, Peru, he was taught an Inca myth of origin.—
Ana Karina Zatarain,
New Yorker,
21 June 2025
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Getting up to speed on the modern-day reality of actual EV usage and charging habits proves to be the antidote to overcoming the ever-fading yet persistent myth of range anxiety.—
Melanie Marshall,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
20 June 2025
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Preserving The Intangible Intangible cultural heritage—including language, dance, spiritual practices, music and folklore—is inherently vulnerable due to its living and performative nature.—
Sattie Persaud,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2025
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Now, among its ancient rock formations, folklore, and fairy pools, Skye has a new claim to fame: food.—
Sarah Wood González,
Vogue,
11 June 2025
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Much of the work is behind-the-scenes—updating certificates, keys and secrets—but intrinsic to efficient, secure and well-managed operations.—
Jordan Rackie,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2025
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The key is its ability to penetrate the skin beyond the surface barrier.—
Kaleigh Werner,
Footwear News,
20 June 2025
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Image In the American fable, Indigenous people are cast as side characters to innocent explorers fulfilling Manifest Destiny.—
Petala Ironcloud,
New York Times,
1 May 2025
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The film, which won the jury prize at the Un Certain Regard section at the Cannes Film festival, is a hilarious fable about trying to lead a creative life and failing miserably at making ends meet.—
Murtada Elfadl,
Variety,
24 May 2025
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Estée and Joseph changed their names to enhance the mythology of the Estée Lauder brand.—
Victoria Edel,
People.com,
15 June 2025
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For the Māori people, the park’s mountains are rich in mythology.—
Pat Tompkins,
AFAR Media,
9 June 2025
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The Panthers got off to a strong start, but the Oilers turned the tables to steal a road overtime win just as Florida had in Game 2.—
Michael Russo,
New York Times,
14 June 2025
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Open up the right-side grill table, and there's a fifth burner with a 176-square-inch cast iron griddle surface.—
Matthew Korfhage,
Wired News,
14 June 2025
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Quintel added a silver lining: while short programs and incubators may be on pause, the mentoring tradition is alive.—
Jamie Lang,
Variety,
10 June 2025
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The World’s Top Tequila Don Nacho Tributo Reposado Tequila is crafted by the Hernandez Gutierrez family in Jalisco’s Los Altos region, paying homage to the rich traditions of Jalisco’s Highlands.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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“Legend.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/legend. Accessed 25 Jun. 2025.
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