Appian Way
Americannoun
noun
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Graves had to be outside the city walls in ancient times and the many tombs that were built along the Appian Way still stand.
From National Geographic • Apr. 15, 2023
Appius Claudius Caecus, a magistrate, started the Appian Way in the 4th century BC.
From Reuters • Jan. 24, 2023
The actor, 45, narrates the first episode of “Whose Vote Counts, Explained,” a short form limited series from Vox Media in partnership with his Appian Way Productions.
From Fox News • Sep. 28, 2020
Starting with the Appian Way, named after the censor who ordered its construction, Romans paved an empire.
From New York Times • Mar. 25, 2018
Albano cast inspired looks at Campania Felice, at the Colosseum in Capua, and at the broad garden, full of gardens, and even at the rough Appian Way, which its old name made softer.
From Titan: A Romance Vol. II (of 2) by Jean Paul
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