as in history
a relating of events usually in the order in which they happened
in his chronology of their relationship, they had communication problems right from the start
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Recent Examples of chronology
The off-kilter characters and fractured chronology keep Cinnamon’s storytelling fresh and exciting.
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Josh Bell, Vulture, 27 June 2024
To look through his chronology of outfits is to see a throughline of historical intrigue with a contemporary application, bringing an almost anachronistic presence to an often hyper-cyclical fashion space.
—Essence, 28 Sep. 2024
The Platform 2 seems to commence from the aftermath of that revolutionary gesture, even as the eventual reintroduction of a familiar face calls the chronology of events into question.
—A.a. Dowd, Vulture, 5 Oct. 2024
The later chronology, meanwhile, is sometimes blurred by the wearying cyclical repetition of addiction itself.
—Guy Lodge, Variety, 21 Nov. 2024
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Josh Bell, Vulture, 27 June 2024
To look through his chronology of outfits is to see a throughline of historical intrigue with a contemporary application, bringing an almost anachronistic presence to an often hyper-cyclical fashion space.
—Essence, 28 Sep. 2024
The Platform 2 seems to commence from the aftermath of that revolutionary gesture, even as the eventual reintroduction of a familiar face calls the chronology of events into question.
—A.a. Dowd, Vulture, 5 Oct. 2024
The later chronology, meanwhile, is sometimes blurred by the wearying cyclical repetition of addiction itself.
—Guy Lodge, Variety, 21 Nov. 2024
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Nix then hit Troy Franklin on a 43-yard pass to the end zone, the first rookie-to-rookie connection for a passing touchdown in NFL postseason history.Nick Kosmider, The Athletic, 13 Jan. 2025
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The Palisades and Eaton fires have burned more than 12,000 structures and are expected to be the most costly fires in American history, with estimates ranging from $50 billion to $150 billion.Kevin Rector, Los Angeles Times, 13 Jan. 2025
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This story has been updated with additional information, context, and statements.David Faris, Newsweek, 18 Jan. 2025
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Court records show he was scheduled to appear in Cook County court in Bridgeview on Dec. 19 in that case.Rebecca Johnson, Chicago Tribune, 11 Jan. 2025
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Clark allegedly returned fire, according to court records, hitting Elmore and assistant principal Kaleb Stoppel.Ilana Arougheti, Kansas City Star, 11 Jan. 2025
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The lobbyist on the account is Andrew King, former deputy chief of staff to Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.).Taylor Giorno, The Hill, 15 Jan. 2025
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That help comes in the form of casualty loss deductions, more generous rules on tapping into retirement accounts and delayed deadlines for tax filings and payments.Kelly Phillips Erb, Forbes, 15 Jan. 2025
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These critics attempt to recreate the history, purpose, and thoughtful implementation strategy and create a false narrative to weaken them.Len Fasano, Hartford Courant, 8 Jan. 2025
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The South Asian American ethnic sub-genre also stands out for its take on family relations, which contrast with the typical narratives about heroines who fly the nest and learn to live independently.H.M.A. Leow, JSTOR Daily, 8 Jan. 2025
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Joshua Zeman’s documentary chronicles the courageous efforts to save them, first from starvation, then via transport to new homes.Dennis Harvey, Variety, 8 Jan. 2025
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Phylicia Rashad directs Jacobs-Jenkins’s chronicle of the Jasper family, at the center of Black American politics for generations, now facing an explosive reckoning after the return home of youngest son Nazareth, who’s brought an unexpected guest.Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 8 Jan. 2025
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Online and in person, David Pearce presented himself to women as a talent manager, music mogul and other versions of a high-level Hollywood player — someone who could help make their L.A. dreams a reality, prosecutors said.James Queally, Los Angeles Times, 10 Jan. 2025
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Sony Interactive Entertainment has never revealed exact sales figures for the three versions of Shadow of the Colossus.Paul Du Quenoy, Newsweek, 10 Jan. 2025
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The documentary features narration by the late Bergling himself, as well as new interviews with friends, family and collaborators like Chris Martin and Aloe Blacc.Rachel DeSantis, People.com, 2 Jan. 2025
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Her narration never stays in the same place — or even the same brain — for too long.Claire Luchette, New York Times, 31 Dec. 2024
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“Chronology.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/chronology. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.
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