historic
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Young people in America aren’t all throwing in the towel and giving up on homeownership, despite a historic affordability crisis.
From MarketWatch • Jul. 7, 2026
With back-to-back wins, the Americans raced off to a historic start and their 11 goals scored were their most ever at a World Cup.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 7, 2026
Haaland's goals meant Norway sealed a historic victory over the South Americans.
From BBC • Jul. 6, 2026
The decisions raise significant consequences for immigrants who have made their lives in the U.S., and stand to reshape public views over the country’s historic position as a place of refuge.
From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 6, 2026
“A Roman returning it to the Greeks...that could heal the historic rift, maybe even heal the gods of their split personalities.”
From "The House of Hades" by Rick Riordan
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