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chronological

[kron-l-oj-i-kuhl] / ˌkrɒn lˈɒdʒ ɪ kəl /


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McElwee explains that the numbers on his film reels were mislabeled, causing extended confusion as they tried to put the footage back in the correct, chronological order.

From Salon Jul. 24, 2026

Physiological age reflects how well the body is functioning and may differ from chronological age, which is simply the number of years someone has lived.

From Science Daily Jul. 15, 2026

Klee’s mysterious, poetic range comes vividly to life in “Paul Klee: Other Possible Worlds,” a chronological survey of roughly 100 paintings, drawings and prints at the Jewish Museum through July 26.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 8, 2026

And in the huge market basement below will be galleries featuring permanent displays called Past Time, which will provide an overview of London's history through chronological and thematic displays.

From BBC Jun. 18, 2026

I had a long list of her published papers, of the patents in her name; I had the chronological details of her promotions—In short I had her professional “vita” in full detail.

From "I, Robot" by Isaac Asimov




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