Mythology, urgent

I do use aegis, frequently. In fact, I didn't even know its origins were in mythology. I personally don't often use "odyssey," but yes, it is used often in society as well.

I have never heard Argus-eyed.

Fun topic. What other ones have you learned? I probably won't spell it right, but Sysiphean task and Herculean task are also used. Also, the sword of Damacles, and Gordian kno

Archilles heel

Pandora's box

Echo, Narcissis, Atlas...

They are used even in news articles, when a special comparison or effect is wanted.
However, this generally assumes a relatively well-read audience.

Thank you very much for your prompt response.

I learnt from a website that Argus-eyed means extremely observant; vigilant. derived from the story of a giant called Argus with 100 eyes.

Thank you again for letting me know the expressions you still use.

Ahava_yinHi everyone,

I learned phrases derived from mythologis, for example Argus-eyed, odyssey,

Under the aegis of.



I wonder whether these expressions are actually being used these days.



Thank you!

Under the aegis of : under the protection of - comes from the Greek aigis "shield of Zeus

Hi,

Thank you for your notes. You help me a lot.

I'm not sure whether it'll be too much trouble for you to give me some examples of how you use them in your own conversation.

Do you say " Finally, I'm faced with a Herculean task" ?

How would you put the expressions in your daily words? If it's no much trouble, would you please write me some sentences of your

Grammar Geek
I do use aegis, frequently. In fact, I didn't even know its origins were in mythology. I personally don't often use "odyssey," but yes, it is used often in society as well.

I have never heard Argus-eyed.

Fun topic. What other ones have you learned? I probably won't spell it right, but Sysiphean task and Herculean task are also used. A

They are only used occasionally. Let's face it, they don't really apply to many everyday situations. I might say one once a year or so.

The problem is that not everyone understands them, so you can end up being misunderstood or people may find them pretentious.

The local newspaper in Brighton (southern England) is called The Argus.

Ajax is a cleaning product.

Other mythological references that turn up from time to time in newspapers, etc:

(Cleaning) the Augean stables

(Caught between) Scylla and Charybdis

The Cyclops (someone's appearance)

The Lotus-eaters

Oedipus (his complex)

Thank you MrPedantic. They are very helpful. Thank you