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Definition for history

noun as in past events, experiences

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antiquity, yesterday, yesteryear

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ancient times, bygone times, days of old, days of yore, good old days, old days, olden days

noun as in chronicle of events

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account, annals, biography, record, relation, story, tale

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autobiography, diary, epic, journal, memoirs, narration, narrative, prehistory, recapitulation, recital, report, saga, version

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It was one of the finest all-round performances in World Cup history - men's or women's.

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Shafali Verma was initially dropped from India's Women's World Cup squad but the opener returned as an injury replacement to star in the title win and etch her name in history.

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Other attractions will include a free library, learning spaces and art highlighting stories about the site's 400-year history.

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He's also a genuine heavyweight who is steeped not just in musical knowledge, but culture, history and philosophy.

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"Based on what we know about their natural history and lifestyles, they're not going to be able to disperse to different coastal dunes to reproduce and 'mix' with each other," Jochim said.

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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