as in major
having great meaning or lasting effect
a historic peace agreement between the two nations
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Recent Examples of historic
Bungalow courts form a wonderful part of what the historic preservation community calls naturally occurring affordable housing.
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Eric Duvall, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 June 2025
Neither are historic landmarks but both have been considered notable community sites.
—Desiree Mathurin, Charlotte Observer, 16 June 2025
Through educational exhibits housed in seven historic buildings across two National Register Districts, visitors are encouraged to seek knowledge, truth, and understanding.
—Taryn White, Travel + Leisure, 16 June 2025
Thousands of people visited the new Arts on Sheridan festival in the Sheridan Road and Central Avenue historic district over two consecutive weekend event days starting June 14.
—Karie Angell Luc, Chicago Tribune, 16 June 2025
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Eric Duvall, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 June 2025
Neither are historic landmarks but both have been considered notable community sites.
—Desiree Mathurin, Charlotte Observer, 16 June 2025
Through educational exhibits housed in seven historic buildings across two National Register Districts, visitors are encouraged to seek knowledge, truth, and understanding.
—Taryn White, Travel + Leisure, 16 June 2025
Thousands of people visited the new Arts on Sheridan festival in the Sheridan Road and Central Avenue historic district over two consecutive weekend event days starting June 14.
—Karie Angell Luc, Chicago Tribune, 16 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for historic
Adjective
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This happened when the former Crystal Ice plant burned down some years ago in the midst of another major redevelopment project, on the R Street Corridor.—
Graham Womack,
Sacbee.com,
8 June 2025
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Officers responded around 4 a.m. to a major accident on Texas 121 and Beach Street.—
Shambhavi Rimal,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
8 June 2025
Adjective
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But what’s even more important is how the couple got together in the first place.—
Alejandra Gularte,
Vulture,
13 June 2025
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This is one of the most important services of their lives.—
Buddha Lo,
People.com,
13 June 2025
Adjective
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Values, Legacy, and Portfolio Alignment A significant shift across recent reports highlights how families are increasingly aligning their investments with their core values.—
Francois Botha,
Forbes.com,
15 June 2025
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However, there's a significant difference between containing and controlling a wildfire.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
15 June 2025
Adjective
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This insight reframes the risks of inaction for more than just Sequoia. With AI, the bigger risk is no longer moving too soon but failing to move at all, something which Skates grappled with in his own decision to time the move.—
Alexander Puutio,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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The big goal at this stage is to ramp up its user base and continue enhancing Ecco’s functionality.—
Todd Spangler,
Variety,
10 June 2025
Adjective
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Sporting a costume from the monumental Spidey blockbuster was another good look for the exhibit and museum.—
Scott King,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2025
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Heidi Klum's son is celebrating a monumental moment.—
Hannah Sacks,
People.com,
12 June 2025
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“Historic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/historic. Accessed 20 Jun. 2025.
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