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chronologically

1 of 1adverb
/ˌkrɑnəˈlɑdʒɪkli/
1

in the order in which events, actions, or items occurred, following a timeline or sequence

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  • The events in the history book are presented chronologically.
  • Please list the tasks chronologically to ensure proper prioritization.
  • The timeline illustrates the development of technology chronologically.
  • The professor explained the scientific discoveries chronologically.
  • The documents are organized chronologically for easy reference.
2

in relation to the passage of time, often comparing physical or conceptual changes

  • Although the student had only spent a year in the program, chronologically, they had mastered the entire curriculum.
  • The two brothers were born a year apart, but chronologically, one seemed far older than the other.
  • The patient's recovery was chronologically delayed, as the healing process took much longer than expected.
  • While his financial situation had improved chronologically, he still struggled with emotional difficulties.
  • The old man had only lived 70 years chronologically, but his experiences made him seem much older.