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Phorcys

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[fawr-sis] / ˈfɔr sɪs /

noun

Classical Mythology.
  1. a sea god who fathered the Gorgons.


Example Sentences

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Unfortunately, Percy didn’t see much choice but to play along with her VIP tour until they could find the sea god Phorcys, even if they were walking deeper into a trap.

From "The Mark of Athena" by Rick Riordan

Besides, they might be able to get more information out of Phorcys.

From "The Mark of Athena" by Rick Riordan

Part of him wanted to attack Phorcys now—at least that might give them the element of surprise—but they hadn’t found out any useful information yet.

From "The Mark of Athena" by Rick Riordan

“And now the twins are—” “Oh, preparing for their doomsday show in Rome,” Phorcys sneered.

From "The Mark of Athena" by Rick Riordan

“We have understood your story about the imprisoned sea creatures in Atlanta. Keto and Phorcys must be stopped. We will send a quest of mer-heroes to defeat them and free their captives. Perhaps Cyrus?”

From "The Mark of Athena" by Rick Riordan