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Orestes

Definition:

Orestes is a character in Greek mythology who is known for avenging the murder of his father, Agamemnon, by killing his mother, Clytemnestra, and her lover, Aegisthus.

Sample Sentences:

• According to Greek mythology, Orestes was plagued by the Furies after he killed his mother.
• Orestes sought justice for his father's death by taking revenge.
• The story of Orestes has been a popular theme in classical literature.

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