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apple of discord |
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apple of discord: see Paris Paris or Alexander, in Greek mythology, son of Priam and Hecuba and brother of Hector. Because it was prophesied that he would cause the destruction of Troy, Paris was abandoned on Mt. ..... Click the link for more information. , in Greek mythology. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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The "Cypria" begins with the first causes of the war, the purpose of Zeus to relieve the overburdened earth, the apple of discord, the rape of Helen. Miss Bygrave simply declines to be an apple of discord (if you will permit the classical allusion) cast into your household. A smart notion," vociferated the clerk, "thrown out as an apple of discord. |
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