historical
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VA Medical Center that was lost decades ago when the historical home for disabled veterans was closed.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026
That's why, in his decree, Zelensky said he was using the UPA's name "with the aim of restoring the historical traditions of the national army".
From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026
They warn that it could take a surprisingly long time for S&P 500 earnings to “grow into” today’s lofty valuations if price/earnings multiples return to more normal historical levels.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026
Stocks’ performance during the 2022 World Cup is just one data point, but it’s consistent with the historical record, according to a well-known study that analyzed how sports sentiment impacts the stock market.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026
For him, drama rather than historical narrative was the way of constructing the appearance of reality.
From "The Invention of Science" by David Wootton
Vocabulary lists containing historical
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