as in chronicler
a student or writer of history
historians are still trying to sort out fact from fiction in the story of Kateri Tekakwitha, the Lily of the Mohawks
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The Coast Guard is developing plans for underwater research and exploration of the Tampa site, coordinating with historians, robotics and autonomous systems and specialized dive teams.
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Alexandra Koch, FOXNews.com, 29 Apr. 2026
Humorist and historian Charles Phoenix later joined in, sharing his memories of Angel Stadium and Disneyland, and later, Disneyland Resort President Jill Estorino chimed in with an announcement.
—Victoria Le, Oc Register, 29 Apr. 2026
Over months of reporting, Marcus spoke with dozens of clemency recipients, lawyers, historians, and the consultants offering clients their pardon expertise.
—David Remnick, New Yorker, 28 Apr. 2026
Holifield said listeners can also scan the QR code and hear stories from local historians such as Marvin Dunn, whose father was a longshoreman.
—Miami Herald, 28 Apr. 2026
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Alexandra Koch, FOXNews.com, 29 Apr. 2026
Humorist and historian Charles Phoenix later joined in, sharing his memories of Angel Stadium and Disneyland, and later, Disneyland Resort President Jill Estorino chimed in with an announcement.
—Victoria Le, Oc Register, 29 Apr. 2026
Over months of reporting, Marcus spoke with dozens of clemency recipients, lawyers, historians, and the consultants offering clients their pardon expertise.
—David Remnick, New Yorker, 28 Apr. 2026
Holifield said listeners can also scan the QR code and hear stories from local historians such as Marvin Dunn, whose father was a longshoreman.
—Miami Herald, 28 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for historian
chronicler
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Having dedicated himself to being a cinematic chronicler of music and the people who make it, Carney has carved out a unique in-between space as a storyteller.—
Mia Galuppo,
HollywoodReporter,
23 Apr. 2026
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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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“Historian.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/historian. Accessed 4 May. 2026.
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