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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
Sarris hopes that the novel illuminates an uncomfortable history of Sonoma County that remains largely invisible, looming beneath the soil of wine country.
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Maddie Connors,
Los Angeles Times,
24 June 2026
The Long Beach Coast on Tuesday announced its first-ever MLB player acquisition in team history after pitcher Julien Hernandez had his contract acquired by the Arizona Diamondbacks this week.
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Dean Fioresi,
CBS News,
24 June 2026
Regarding this international collaboration, the directors of the film all expressed excitement about working with Toei Animation, with regard to the long history that Ikezawa mentioned.
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Kambole Campbell,
Variety,
23 June 2026
Household stock exposures are decidedly elevated relative to history.
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Michael Santoli,
CNBC,
23 June 2026
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Maddie Connors,
Los Angeles Times,
24 June 2026
The Long Beach Coast on Tuesday announced its first-ever MLB player acquisition in team history after pitcher Julien Hernandez had his contract acquired by the Arizona Diamondbacks this week.
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Dean Fioresi,
CBS News,
24 June 2026
Regarding this international collaboration, the directors of the film all expressed excitement about working with Toei Animation, with regard to the long history that Ikezawa mentioned.
—
Kambole Campbell,
Variety,
23 June 2026
Household stock exposures are decidedly elevated relative to history.
—
Michael Santoli,
CNBC,
23 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.
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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.
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Much of this era steps into the 42nd millennium, but the chronology isn't entirely clear.
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So those were pulled out from the central spine that was the chronology.
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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.
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Even still, as cracks of pain spread through Jamon’s voice when discussing his past, hints of pride drip through.
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This is a developing story and will be updated.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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As your visit gets closer, stay tuned into the park's social media accounts for the latest updates.
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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.
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Fox News Digital's Alexandra Koch and The Associated Press contributed to this report.
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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.
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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.
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“History.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/history. Accessed 25 Jun. 2026.
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