ides of march
The phrase "ides of March" refers to the historical event that occurred on March 15, 44 BC when Julius Caesar, the Roman dictator, was assassinated. It has become symbolic of betrayal, treachery, and the inevitable downfall of a powerful figure. The phrase is derived from the Roman calendar, which marked the ides as the middle of the month, specifically the 15th day in March, May, July, and October, and the 13th day in the other months.
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