Definition of diarynext
as in journal
a record of personal experiences, reflections, or ideas kept regularly for private use has diligently kept a diary since she was 15

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Recent Examples of diary It was done in two years, as a result of having this entire team — even though the process was much like writing in some ways, with primary sources, letters and diaries being the favorite things to use. Greg Carannante, Sun Sentinel, 4 Jan. 2026 Adler structures the book as a year-long diary, the chapters divided into months with an entry for each day. Bill Addison, Los Angeles Times, 3 Jan. 2026 Bridget Jones's Diary At the start of the new year, Bridget Jones decides to take control of her life and subsequently starts a diary. Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 30 Dec. 2025 Here are some dates for this year's moon-gazing diary. Jamie Carter, Space.com, 29 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for diary
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journal
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  • The details of the team’s research were published in the journal Science Robotics.
    Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 15 Jan. 2026
  • Keep your favorite books, journals, and crafts close by in your office, or add this wood display shelf to show off your book collection in your living room or bedroom.
    Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Jan. 2026

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“Diary.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/diary. Accessed 18 Jan. 2026.

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