Sentence examples for six centuries from inspiring English sources

For six centuries the barbers of Europe practiced surgery.

It has been nearly six centuries since a pope resigned.

Indeed, for the first six centuries of its existence, Roman writing was relatively unimpressive.

Citing advanced years and infirmity, Benedict became the first pope in six centuries to resign.

In the nearly six centuries since its creation, the altarpiece has not led a tranquil existence.

He went on to score, over his career, 2,793 Test runs that included six centuries.

In the Catholic Church they are once-in-six centurare rare.

Numerous athletes still compete in oiled wrestling a sport practiced in the region for some six centuries in annual competitions.

Many of the great draftsmen of the past six centuries are on hand.

Six centuries ago, Timbuktu was a place of great wealth and a renowned cultural centre.

Six centuries later, its mummified remains were under the collapsed thatch twig roof.