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historically

[ hi-stawr-ik-lee, -stor- ]

adverb

  1. in the past, especially typically or routinely:

    Although historically very active as a volunteer, he’s had to cut back since his stroke.

  2. in a way that relates to significant past events, especially as chronicled in an accepted narrative:

    Only the naive, gullible, and historically ignorant will believe this nonsense.

    Make sure your argument is historically accurate.

  3. in a way or to a degree that is particularly notable or unique in history or has significantly affected the development of past events:

    This is the time to sell a business quickly and easily, while interest rates are still historically low.

  4. in a way that is based on or reconstructed from an event, custom, style, etc., in the past:

    The film historically reenacts the 442nd Regiment's triumphant rescue of the 36th Texas Division in the Vosges Mountains.

  5. in a way that involves life or existence in the real world, as opposed to legend, myth, or fiction:

    Many of the stories may not be historically true, but they are nonetheless ethically true.

  6. in a way that involves comparing several periods of development of a thing:

    Each institution, such as family, education, or market, can be studied historically to see how it has evolved over time.



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51Թ History and Origins

Origin of historically1

First recorded in 1530–40; historical ( def ) + -ly ( def )
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According to Leo Peak, a real estate agent at Peak Family Real Estate Group, many homeowners are currently feeling the "golden handcuffs" effect of being locked into their homes by historically low mortgage rates.

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Fashion bible Vogue has criticised her dress as being historically inaccurate, as the style was only popularised by Queen Victoria 40 years after the story is set.

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This is in line with the historically strong protestant support for conservatism in South Korea.

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For all the hype about being there for fans and reflecting L.A. at all times, the Dodgers have historically cared only about one thing: the Dodgers.

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"Some French clubs have historically relied on wealthy, stable benefactors and being in a modern multi-club operation could keep them relatively competitive and secure."

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