Immortals
Britishplural noun
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(sometimes not capital) the gods of ancient Greece and Rome
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(in ancient Persia) the royal bodyguard or a larger elite unit of 10 000 men
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the members of the French Academy
Example Sentences
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When Robinson's immortals - yes, that's what they have become - turned on the afterburners and sped away into the distance, Nancy had no reply.
From BBC
Before they accepted their awards from comedian Jim Carrey and ripped into “Black Hole Sun,” and “Rusty Cage,” the band reflected together backstage on their topsy turvy journey into the ranks of rock’s immortals and the lasting impact of their departed frontman Chris Cornell.
From Los Angeles Times
An unbeaten 127 runs later, her redemption is now complete and should India triumph on Sunday, she and her team-mates will join the country's cricketing immortals.
From BBC
The immortals of 1967 and the atmosphere on Champions League nights continue to do some seriously heavy lifting on that front.
From BBC
McBride, 85 years young and leader of the immortals of 1974 in South Africa, is the oldest surviving victorious Lions captain.
From BBC
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