1
as in annals
an account of important events in the order in which they happened
a history of the American civil rights movement during the 1960s
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2
as in chronology
a relating of events usually in the order in which they happened
we heard the whole history of her illness in excruciating detail
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3
as in past
the events or experience of former times
history has many lessons to teach us, if only we would listen
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Recent Examples of history
The spending reduction amounts to the largest rollback of federal health-care support in history, Levitt said.
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Greg Iacurci, CNBC, 11 July 2025
The challenges: Tight spaces and dense history Moving a building of this size is tough enough, but the challenge is multiplied by Zhangyuan's dense web of narrow alleys and closely packed historic buildings.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 29 June 2025
With his company, River Reader Kayaking, Hensel takes visitors on history, sunset, and nature tours along the Waccamaw River and through the Murrells Inlet marsh.
—Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 29 June 2025
What was once the bustling hub for Biltmore Industries' weaving and woodworking is now a captivating arts and crafts village, providing an insightful look into Asheville's rich history.
—Nicole Letts, Southern Living, 29 June 2025
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Greg Iacurci, CNBC, 11 July 2025
The challenges: Tight spaces and dense history Moving a building of this size is tough enough, but the challenge is multiplied by Zhangyuan's dense web of narrow alleys and closely packed historic buildings.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 29 June 2025
With his company, River Reader Kayaking, Hensel takes visitors on history, sunset, and nature tours along the Waccamaw River and through the Murrells Inlet marsh.
—Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 29 June 2025
What was once the bustling hub for Biltmore Industries' weaving and woodworking is now a captivating arts and crafts village, providing an insightful look into Asheville's rich history.
—Nicole Letts, Southern Living, 29 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for history
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Brennan focused more on analyzing evidence than on showing the chronology of events when questioning witnesses, as did the lead prosecutor in Read’s first trial.—
Karissa Waddick,
USA Today,
16 June 2025
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Here’s a chronology of some of the events that have rocked the company in the past six months.—
John Dorfman,
Forbes.com,
16 June 2025
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Traveling El Camino Real affords a one-of-a-kind glimpse into the state’s past.—
Cu Fleshman,
Travel + Leisure,
12 July 2025
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Previous episode synopses for The Buccaneers season two can be read below: Episode One: Nan's wedding day is in full swing, but a surprise appearance by someone from her past threatens to derail the festivities.—
Billie Melissa,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 July 2025
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The man who allegedly killed 18-year-old Morgan Hill resident Marissa DiNapoli has been charged with murder as new details emerge about the case, according to Santa Clara County court records.—
Caelyn Pender,
Mercury News,
11 July 2025
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Following a 1-2 record during a stint in Salt Lake City, the Oklahoma City Thunder will continue its NBA Summer League with at least five more games in Las Vegas.—
Nick Crain,
Forbes.com,
10 July 2025
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For beautiful views of the Tennessee River and Wilson Dam, head to this greenspace with a scenic 1.3-mile trail along the waterfront with interpretive displays sharing stories about Florence’s history.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
5 July 2025
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Nicholas Rice,
People.com,
5 July 2025
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Personal information potentially compromised includes: contact information; birth dates; Social Security, passport and driver’s license numbers; and financial account and health information.—
Catherine Muccigrosso,
Charlotte Observer,
1 July 2025
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Taking party identification into account, the poll finds that Republicans are more pleased with their party than Democrats are.—
David Zimmermann,
The Washington Examiner,
1 July 2025
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The hook, though, is that the season is 15 episodes and each chronicles one hour of a shift.—
Mark Olsen,
Los Angeles Times,
29 May 2025
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Like Talk to Me, Bring Her Back chronicles the great lengths that people go to in order to process their grief.—
Brian Davids,
HollywoodReporter,
27 May 2025
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Now there’s an even better, noise-eviscerating version in the WH-1000XM6 (9/10, WIRED Recommends).—
Simon Hill,
Wired News,
9 July 2025
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The cabin is quiet at highway speed, thanks to acoustic glass The 24-inch diver’s display ― a smaller version of the Lincoln Navigator’s full-width display ― quickly feels natural.—
Mark Phelan,
Freep.com,
9 July 2025
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“History.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/history. Accessed 16 Jul. 2025.
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