as in historical
restricted to or based on fact
a nonfictional account of a disastrous ascent of Mount Everest
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Adjective
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Easter 2025 happens to fall on a day with an unusual number of historical tragedies and ironies.—
Terry Collins,
USA Today,
20 Apr. 2025 -
This historical information becomes increasingly valuable during organizational transformations, providing the stability and context needed to manage change effectively.—
Caroline Castrillon,
Forbes.com,
19 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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This article has been updated with additional information and remarks. fairness meter fairness meter Newsweek is committed to journalism that's factual and fair.—
Gabe Whisnant,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Apr. 2025
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If false narratives start to snowball, respond quickly with clear, factual messaging and a human voice.—
Taazima Kala,
Forbes.com,
25 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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But Matheson pointed out that there was a lack of documentary evidence that that was the rationale for the purchase.—
Ted Johnson,
Deadline,
15 Apr. 2025
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The legislation would require people to show documentary proof of U.S. citizenship, such as a passport or a birth certificate, when registering to vote.—
Nicole Fallert,
USA Today,
11 Apr. 2025
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The role of deep and purposeful human connection amid this literal and figurative perfect storm of circumstances has never been more crucial.—
Paul David,
Forbes.com,
23 Apr. 2025
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Merrill has everything Max doesn’t: a wife, kids, a house to himself, a literal white picket fence.—
Fran Hoepfner,
Vulture,
22 Apr. 2025
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“Nonfictional.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nonfictional. Accessed 30 Apr. 2025.
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