classics

/ ˈklæsɪks /

plural noun

1. a body of literature regarded as great or lasting, esp that of ancient Greece or Rome

2. the ancient Greek and Latin languages

3. (functioning as singular) ancient Greek and Roman culture considered as a subject for academic study

Example Sentences

Because the try that dual code rugby great Davies scored 31 years ago this week was one of the classics, a stunning 50-metre burst for the corner, in a memorable Ashes victory.

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Some become classics and they live on forever, and some don’t.

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But a hit it was and so, for a sequel, supernatural elements must be spun out and ’80s slasher classics consulted, especially since it’s now four years later, in 1982.

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In his early 20s the lyricist became partners with the teenage composer Richard Rodgers, and the pair created hundreds of songs, including dozens of classics: “Bewitched, Bothered and Bewildered,” “Manhattan,” “My Funny Valentine.”

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D'Angelo's music still crops up on streaming service playlists with titles such as "Relaxed evening vibes" and "Chilled soul classics".

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Related Words

• article 
• biography 
• brochure 
• composition 
• drama 
• essay 
• history 
• information 
• leaflet 
• lore 
• novel 
• pamphlet 
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• prose 
• research 
• story