Erinyes
Britishplural noun
Example Sentences
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There are even references to the Erinyes — the Furies of Greek myth — that I missed the first time around, whose mention foreshadows the important role they play in the series finale.
From Seattle Times • Jan. 5, 2012
Heraclitus says, “Not even the sun will transgress his orbit but the Erinyes, the ministers of justice, overtake him.”
From "Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes" by Edith Hamilton
Although Athena had pronounced him clear of guilt, in this story all the Erinyes had not accepted the verdict.
From "Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes" by Edith Hamilton
The dread forms of his pursuers, the Erinyes, the Furies, were arrayed against him, but Orestes listened calmly to their demand for vengeance.
From "Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes" by Edith Hamilton
The other monsters were finally driven from the earth, but not the Erinyes.
From "Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes" by Edith Hamilton
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