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Tantalus, in spite of his thirst, stopped for a moment his efforts for water, Ixion's wheel stood still, the vulture ceased to tear the giant's liver, the daughters of Danaus rested from their task of drawing water in a sieve, and Sisyphus sat on his rock to listen.
Source: tatoeba (7547832)
Yes, there was a tantalus containing brandy and whisky on the sea-chest.
Source: wiktionary
“A small boy, sir. Said I was to be sure and see you got it most particular.” He unlocked a cupboard near the window and produced a tantalus. “Whisky, sir, or cocktail?”
Source: wiktionary
And stockrooms heavy with the Tantalus on which the family fortune has been made
Source: wiktionary
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