as in factual
restricted to or based on fact
a historical novel that tells the story of Hannibal's crossing of the Alps through the eyes of a young boy
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Recent Examples of historical
Walk the grounds at historical parks such as First State (Delaware), Ninety Six (South Carolina), Valley Forge (eastern Pennsylvania) and Morristown (New Jersey).
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Ken Burns, USA Today, 18 June 2025
Though the committee ended its mission with Hill’s death in 1973, the film center endures today as a beacon of both historical and contemporary experimental cinema, and the roughly 330 titles named as essential continue to spark conversation around their notable inclusions and exclusions.
—News Desk, Artforum, 17 June 2025
Our assessment is grounded in a thorough analysis of Caterpillar’s existing valuation relative to its recent operational performance and historical financial state.
—Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 6 June 2025
Peekaboo Animation, Fabrique Fantastique Targeted at kids 4–8 years old, this educational and adventurous comedy series introduces kids to famous figures like Mandela and Mozart in their childhood, blending humor and historical insight.
—Jamie Lang, Variety, 6 June 2025
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Ken Burns, USA Today, 18 June 2025
Though the committee ended its mission with Hill’s death in 1973, the film center endures today as a beacon of both historical and contemporary experimental cinema, and the roughly 330 titles named as essential continue to spark conversation around their notable inclusions and exclusions.
—News Desk, Artforum, 17 June 2025
Our assessment is grounded in a thorough analysis of Caterpillar’s existing valuation relative to its recent operational performance and historical financial state.
—Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 6 June 2025
Peekaboo Animation, Fabrique Fantastique Targeted at kids 4–8 years old, this educational and adventurous comedy series introduces kids to famous figures like Mandela and Mozart in their childhood, blending humor and historical insight.
—Jamie Lang, Variety, 6 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for historical
Adjective
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This expansive series was edited by Paul E. Blackwood, a scientist and educator with the US Office of Education, who also wrote government bulletins and surveys on science education research As interest in children’s science books grew, many educators stressed the importance of factual accuracy.—
Jessica George,
JSTOR Daily,
25 June 2025
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Limited training data, large language model design and a lack of real-world experience can create responses that meet the best probable response instead of factual answers.—
Gaurav Basra,
Forbes.com,
25 June 2025
Adjective
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Burks discovered an interest in medicine through literal accident.—
Kimberly Dishongh,
Arkansas Online,
22 June 2025
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And what good might rise from the literal ashes of their former lives? SOURCE: Map data from OpenStreetMap | Jacob Turcotte/Staff Often, the spotlight on communities impacted by such events starts and ends in the immediate aftermath.—
Melanie Stetson Freeman,
Christian Science Monitor,
20 June 2025
Adjective
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On June 26, Kino Lorber introduced the trailer to Shari & Lamb Chop, a documentary portrait of trailblazing children’s entertainer Shari Lewis and her beloved sock puppet Lamb Chop.—
Angela Andaloro,
People.com,
26 June 2025
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See below for a complete list of the documentary Emmy winners.—
McKinley Franklin,
HollywoodReporter,
26 June 2025
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Natural Rugs Not all natural fibers belong in nature, and that is especially true of popular rug materials like jute and sisal.—
Nicole Letts,
Southern Living,
20 June 2025
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But while the South gets most of the spotlight, the true magic lies further away.—
Jim Dobson,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2025
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“Historical.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/historical. Accessed 2 Jul. 2025.
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