historically
adverb
his·tor·i·cal·ly
hi-ˈstȯr-i-k(ə-)lē 
-ˈstär-
1
: in accordance with or with respect to history
a historically accurate account
2
: in the past
Historically, stagnant cities seldom have recovered …—
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What's notable is how rarely they've been applied systematically to CAM, an industry where deep functionality has historically been prioritized over the experience of using it day to day.
—Russ Bukowski, Forbes.com, 26 May 2026
The companies taking shape here are structurally different from what Silicon Valley typically backs — focused on defense technology, industrial software transitions, and infrastructure that the Valley has historically underweighted.
—Patrick Chun, Fortune, 26 May 2026
Zee has historically carried live sport across its general entertainment channels; the dedicated four-channel slate marks a step toward a standalone linear sports business.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 26 May 2026
The city owns and operates the San Clemente Municipal Pier, and the end-of-pier concession has historically provided bait and tackle services along with food and beverage offerings, serving both the local fishing community and visitors.
—Laylan Connelly, Oc Register, 26 May 2026
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Russ Bukowski, Forbes.com, 26 May 2026
The companies taking shape here are structurally different from what Silicon Valley typically backs — focused on defense technology, industrial software transitions, and infrastructure that the Valley has historically underweighted.
—Patrick Chun, Fortune, 26 May 2026
Zee has historically carried live sport across its general entertainment channels; the dedicated four-channel slate marks a step toward a standalone linear sports business.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 26 May 2026
The city owns and operates the San Clemente Municipal Pier, and the end-of-pier concession has historically provided bait and tackle services along with food and beverage offerings, serving both the local fishing community and visitors.
—Laylan Connelly, Oc Register, 26 May 2026
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“Historically.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/historically. Accessed 1 Jun. 2026.
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