ancient past

Frequency: 6.05.5 per million words

Referring to a time very long ago.

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Examples (10)

  • Many modern festivals can be traced back to an ancient past.
  • The discovery of these ruins provides a fascinating window into the ancient past.
  • Stories of gods and heroes have survived from the ancient past to the present day.
  • The continent's ancient past is buried deep beneath the shifting desert sands.
  • Historians study fragments of pottery to learn about the ancient past.
  • The city's ancient past is still visible in the structure of its oldest buildings.
  • Legends from the ancient past often contain a kernel of historical truth.
  • Modern DNA testing can reveal unexpected secrets from our ancient past.
  • The museum houses a collection of artifacts dating back to the ancient past.
  • We must respect the cultural traditions handed down from the ancient past.