timeline
/ˈtaɪmˌlaɪn/noun★Intermediate— sequence of events in chronological order
general
a chronological sequence of events or dates
The project manager created a timeline to track milestones.
They made a schedule showing key dates for the project.
Social media platforms display posts in a reverse chronological timeline.
Newer posts appear first in the sequence.
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Can refer to historical events, project schedules, or digital content.
Collocations
timeline of eventssequence of events in ordertimeline posta post on social media showing past events
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💡Pro Tip
Digital vs. Historical Use
In digital contexts, a timeline often shows content in reverse chronological order.
⚡Gold Rule
Chronological Order
A timeline always presents events in the order they occurred.
📖Word Origin
From 'time' + 'line', first recorded in the early 19th century.
📝Usage Notes
Often used in history, project management, and digital media contexts.
Word Breakdown
time
duration or point in time
rootline
a sequence or progression
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