1
as in annals
an account of important events in the order in which they happened
a history of the American civil rights movement during the 1960s
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as in chronology
a relating of events usually in the order in which they happened
we heard the whole history of her illness in excruciating detail
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as in past
the events or experience of former times
history has many lessons to teach us, if only we would listen
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Recent Examples of history
But Japan is an especially thorny topic, given the long history of animosity between the two countries.
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Jessie Yeung, CNN Money, 17 June 2026
For the next 24 years, Tanter had a courtside seat to history.
—Matthew Rodriguez, CBS News, 17 June 2026
But the move has now left Kiley open to attacks from Democrats, like Pan, who point to a long history with the Republican Party.
—Mathew Miranda, Sacbee.com, 17 June 2026
Crow-Armstrong became the 12th player to do it in franchise history for the 13th time overall.
—Chicago Tribune, 16 June 2026
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Jessie Yeung, CNN Money, 17 June 2026
For the next 24 years, Tanter had a courtside seat to history.
—Matthew Rodriguez, CBS News, 17 June 2026
But the move has now left Kiley open to attacks from Democrats, like Pan, who point to a long history with the Republican Party.
—Mathew Miranda, Sacbee.com, 17 June 2026
Crow-Armstrong became the 12th player to do it in franchise history for the 13th time overall.
—Chicago Tribune, 16 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for history
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Home was sold through foreclosure auction Property records show the home was purchased by a couple in 2019.—
Anthony Thompson,
USA Today,
19 June 2026
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However, Hotaling also scheduled another hearing for July 2 to determine whether to issue any sanctions against federal prosecutors, according to court records.—
Todd Feurer,
CBS News,
19 June 2026
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Much of this era steps into the 42nd millennium, but the chronology isn't entirely clear.—
Fran Ruiz,
Space.com,
2 June 2026
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So those were pulled out from the central spine that was the chronology.—
Peter Larsen,
Daily News,
27 May 2026
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That past has put his responsibilities in the White House at odds to varying degrees with the administration's incursions around the world, particularly in the Middle East.—
Zachary Schermele,
USA Today,
21 June 2026
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Even still, as cracks of pain spread through Jamon’s voice when discussing his past, hints of pride drip through.—
Luca Evans,
Denver Post,
21 June 2026
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Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content.—
Tim Stelloh,
NBC news,
20 June 2026
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This is a developing story and will be updated.—
Helen Regan,
CNN Money,
20 June 2026
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Swedish superstar Zlatan Ibrahimovic, who’s winning plaudits for his no-nonsense commentary on Fox Sports during this World Cup, played for clubs like Barcelona, AC Milan, Manchester United, and Paris Saint-Germain.—
Sean Gregory,
Time,
20 June 2026
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Rob Schneider, a cast member from 1990-1994 who later branched out into movies, sitcoms and political commentary, is in New Haven on a concert tour.—
Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
20 June 2026
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His social media accounts on Sunday afternoon announced the return of his body after the June 14 collision of two helicopters, which killed all six people on board.—
Dennis Romero,
NBC news,
22 June 2026
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As your visit gets closer, stay tuned into the park's social media accounts for the latest updates.—
Kathleen Wong,
USA Today,
22 June 2026
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The New York Knicks had just won the NBA championship Saturday night when Los Angeles police were called to an apartment complex in Canoga Park amid reports of a person screaming.—
Richard Winton,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2026
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Fox News Digital's Alexandra Koch and The Associated Press contributed to this report.—
Michael Sinkewicz,
FOXNews.com,
19 June 2026
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Related Stories Set in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, during the seven-week event, Season 2 chronicles the chase for the $70 million prize pool and the EWC Club Championship, while showing the personal journeys at the heart of the competition.—
Todd Spangler,
Variety,
18 June 2026
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Part concert film, part career retrospective, the 90-minute project chronicles the band’s unlikely journey from Sheffield outsiders to one of Britain’s most beloved and influential acts.—
SPIN Staff,
SPIN,
16 June 2026
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“History.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/history. Accessed 22 Jun. 2026.
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