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
The string of hypothermia deaths during the blizzard and historic cold stretch brought scrutiny to the new Mamdami administration.
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Roni Jacobson, New York Daily News, 21 Mar. 2026
The group took the stage by walking along a historic pathway once used by Joseon Dynasty kings, while parts of the show incorporated hanboks, traditional Korean clothing.
—Adam Davidson, NBC news, 21 Mar. 2026
The Mariners boast one of baseball’s most talented starting rotations, and last year catcher Cal Raleigh broke out in historic fashion, hitting 60 home runs to help lead Seattle to within a win of the club’s first ever World Series appearance.
—Mac Cerullo, Boston Herald, 21 Mar. 2026
The palace, looming grandly just behind the stage, was lit up with a dynamic video projection, integrating it into the concert — the first time the historic and deeply symbolic structure had ever been used for a pop show.
—Nicole Fell, HollywoodReporter, 21 Mar. 2026
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Roni Jacobson, New York Daily News, 21 Mar. 2026
The group took the stage by walking along a historic pathway once used by Joseon Dynasty kings, while parts of the show incorporated hanboks, traditional Korean clothing.
—Adam Davidson, NBC news, 21 Mar. 2026
The Mariners boast one of baseball’s most talented starting rotations, and last year catcher Cal Raleigh broke out in historic fashion, hitting 60 home runs to help lead Seattle to within a win of the club’s first ever World Series appearance.
—Mac Cerullo, Boston Herald, 21 Mar. 2026
The palace, looming grandly just behind the stage, was lit up with a dynamic video projection, integrating it into the concert — the first time the historic and deeply symbolic structure had ever been used for a pop show.
—Nicole Fell, HollywoodReporter, 21 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for historic
Adjective
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Lambermont said that the growth of AI and data centers has major implications for economic growth in the coming years.—
Zach Halaschak,
The Washington Examiner,
20 Mar. 2026
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Recent gas line strikes heighten concern The incident comes just two days after two separate natural gas line strikes elsewhere in Lake Dallas triggered major closures and evacuations near City Hall.—
Doug Myers,
CBS News,
20 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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One of the more important revelations from Netanyahu’s press conference was about how the joint strikes with the United States, known as Operation Epic Fury, have been extremely effective at decimating Iran’s weapons.—
Washington Examiner Staff,
The Washington Examiner,
20 Mar. 2026
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But, really, these are the times when that stuff is most important.—
Nick Miller,
New York Times,
20 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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While most employees are working from the office again, a significant number are still working from home, and many aren’t coming in every weekday.—
Roger Vincent,
Los Angeles Times,
16 Mar. 2026
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But the intersection where Zhu was killed and Kuang was gravely injured has seen no significant changes in the eight years since the collision — except the full removal of the crosswalk.—
Ariane Lange,
Sacbee.com,
16 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Looking for a new brow gel or foundation but don’t want to put a big dent in your wallet?—
Catharine Malzahn,
Glamour,
18 Mar. 2026
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Cost of living a major concern The plans come at a time when Americans say that inflation and cost-of-living concerns are their biggest economic gripes heading into the elections.—
Zach Halaschak,
The Washington Examiner,
18 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Please join me in celebrating this monumental achievement.—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
16 Mar. 2026
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The film won four awards Sunday night at the 98th Academy Awards in a monumental night for its cast, crew and director, Ryan Coogler.—
Rebecca Cohen,
NBC news,
16 Mar. 2026
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“Historic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/historic. Accessed 24 Mar. 2026.
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