Chronological

usgb/ˌkrɑːnəˈlɑːdʒɪkl/
adjective

Arranged in the order something happened or was created.

We listed the events in chronological order, from first to last.
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Often appears as...

  • chronological order
  • chronological sequence
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Time Order

Use 'chronological' to show that events are presented in the order they occurred.

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Her biography was organized in chronological order.
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History Narratives

'Chronological' is commonly used when discussing history or timelines.

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The museum display presented the artifacts in chronological sequence.
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Clarity of Events

Using 'chronological' can help clarify the sequence of events and avoid confusion.

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To clarify the company's development, we'll need a chronological list of its CEOs.
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