historical
Example Sentences
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Now, the dollar is still strong by historical standards and remains the globe’s reserve currency.
These officers coming in today have nothing to do with the historical issues that we have in this department.”
From Los Angeles Times
That timeline would be well within the historical norm for announcing a new chair to replace an incumbent.
“It is important to remember that seasonal trends reflect historical tendencies, not guarantees of future outcomes,” he said.
From Barron's
The stock has been knocked to an earnings multiple that is almost 30% below its historical average, because of what Cyprys says is unwarranted pessimism about private equity and credit.
From Barron's
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