as in major
having great meaning or lasting effect
a historic peace agreement between the two nations
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Recent Examples of historic
From the moment President Donald Trump was sworn into office, his administration has intensified its efforts to deliver on his promise of deporting a historic number of immigrants.
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Annell López, Time, 12 May 2025
Longoria went on to have many other more impressive and memorable firsts — including his April 2008 big-league debut, an improbable run to the World Series that season, his historic 2011 Game 162 homer — during a 10-season run that established him as the best player in franchise history.
—Marc Topkin, The Orlando Sentinel, 12 May 2025
Charlotte’s 30-8 shot differential was impressive and historic.
—Richard Walker, Charlotte Observer, 12 May 2025
That deal was hailed as historic, as the cap increased by a whooping 30%.
—Eric Jackson, Sportico.com, 12 May 2025
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Annell López, Time, 12 May 2025
Longoria went on to have many other more impressive and memorable firsts — including his April 2008 big-league debut, an improbable run to the World Series that season, his historic 2011 Game 162 homer — during a 10-season run that established him as the best player in franchise history.
—Marc Topkin, The Orlando Sentinel, 12 May 2025
Charlotte’s 30-8 shot differential was impressive and historic.
—Richard Walker, Charlotte Observer, 12 May 2025
That deal was hailed as historic, as the cap increased by a whooping 30%.
—Eric Jackson, Sportico.com, 12 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for historic
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According to a 2025 report from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, roughly 21% of consumers with a credit record were using a buy now, pay later plan from one of six major firms in 2022.—
Melina Khan,
USA Today,
16 May 2025
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The three-time major champion, lacking only the Wanamaker Trophy for his major collection, ran off three straight bogeys early on the back nine and shot 76.—
Doug Ferguson,
Chicago Tribune,
16 May 2025
Adjective
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That’s another important component of the foreclosures First Street tracked: areas where home prices are rising tend to avoid falling into distress.—
Andrea Riquier,
USA Today,
20 May 2025
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The release is part of the USPS's longstanding tradition of using stamps to commemorate important national events, serving as both educational tools and collectible artifacts that spotlight America's history and heritage.—
Aliss Higham,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 May 2025
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While reports differ as to whether costs are rising or falling in recent years, college tuition is still a significant expense, even with financial aid and scholarships.—
True Tamplin,
Forbes.com,
10 May 2025
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The barrier-breaking series revolutionized television and made significant contributions to representation on screen, with Ball's role as the lead seen as groundbreaking for the time.—
Virginia Chamlee,
People.com,
10 May 2025
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Crow-Armstrong had a big series against the Sox and seems to enjoy being a villain in the eyes of Sox fans for his chest-thumping, arm-waving celebrations.—
Paul Sullivan,
Chicago Tribune,
19 May 2025
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Faced this time with the reality that all of the big U.S. shale plays have now moved into the development and maintenance phase of their lifespans, Trump and his senior officials understand there can be no repeat of that first-term focus.—
David Blackmon,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2025
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Meet Polaris, One Of America’s Most Trustworthy Companies By Eileen Falkenberg-Hull Senior Editor, Autos Newsweek Is A Trust Project Member news article 0 Building and keeping trust in a brand is a monumental task.—
Eileen Falkenberg-Hull,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 May 2025
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The chance to obtain memorabilia signed by legendary CEO Warren Buffett sent shareholders on a mad dash to participate in a silent auction during what turned out to be a monumental gathering.—
Alex Harring,
CNBC,
8 May 2025
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“Historic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/historic. Accessed 23 May. 2025.
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