Octavius
Americannoun
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The 1930s also saw the spread of fascism in Europe, and the production draws parallels between Octavius Caesar — Antony’s ascendant rival who later becomes emperor — and Benito Mussolini, the Italian dictator.
From Seattle Times • Sep. 6, 2022
Although they are empty nesters, they maintain an open-door policy with their son, Joel Janka; their daughter-in-law, Gabrielle Deveaux; and their grandchildren, Ophelia, 3, and Octavius, 21 months.
From New York Times • Dec. 3, 2021
In the trailer, fans see Alfred Molina reprise his role as Dr. Otto Octavius, aka Doctor Octopus, from Tobey Maguire's franchise.
From Fox News • Aug. 24, 2021
But none sacrificed more than Octavius Catto, a baseball player who fought for equality for African Americans.
From Washington Post • Oct. 8, 2020
But Cæsar had had black eyes, and Antony's eyes were a soft brown; whereas the eyes of Octavius were pale gray and fire-less.
From Superwomen by Terhune, Albert Payson
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