as in chronicler
a student or writer of history
a new book by America's best-known annalist of the Civil War
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Recent Examples of annalist
And behind this choice is a more profound question: Are biographers storytellers or annalists?
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Sophia Stewart, The Atlantic, 15 Jan. 2026
Sophia Stewart, The Atlantic, 15 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for annalist
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With its unique emphasis on sharing the stories of the artists, performers, blackjack dealers, casino owners, and architects who shaped Las Vegas over the years, the museum has emerged as an important chronicler of the city.—
Alex Schechter,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Apr. 2026
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The Persian term Mughal, or Moghol, refers to people with Mongol roots; later chroniclers and local populations of India started calling the empire’s rulers by that name, as they were descended from the formidable Mongol conqueror.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
14 Apr. 2026
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Veterans and a historian have filed a federal lawsuit contending the structure would block historic sight lines between the Lincoln Memorial and Arlington National Cemetery across the river.—
Darlene Superville,
Los Angeles Times,
16 Apr. 2026
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With topics ranging from stoicism to Greek identity, the inaugural conversations are hosted by Professor Despina Iosif, a historian specializing in the Greco-Roman world (€180 per 45-minute session, booked through the hotel).—
Yulia Denisyuk,
Robb Report,
16 Apr. 2026
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“Annalist.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/annalist. Accessed 19 Apr. 2026.
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