historical
Example Sentences
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Although disclaiming any such intent, the federal court here required a “historical twin” — that is, previous legislation that banned open carry.
From Los Angeles Times
Despite historical flaws in practice, it rests on the foundational claim that individuals have the right to choose their government and hold it accountable.
From Salon
Dividends contribute significantly to market returns, accounting for nearly one-third of the S&P 500’s historical total return since 1926.
From Barron's
The program can process songs up to 15 minutes long and will also be able to capture the historical and cultural context, as well as various emotional arcs.
From Los Angeles Times
As hiring slowed, joblessness rose gradually through most of 2025, but at 4.6% in November, the unemployment rate remained relatively modest by historical standards.
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
