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SAT Math and Logic - Time and Order

Here you will learn some English words related to time and order, such as "concurrent", "ephemeral", "periodically", etc. that you will need to ace your SATs.

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SAT Vocabulary for Math and Logic
concurrent
concurrent
[Adjective]

happening or taking place at the same time

Ex: Several concurrent events at the festival attracted huge crowds to the downtown area. 
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ongoing
ongoing
[Adjective]

currently occurring or continuing

Ex: The ongoing investigation into the crime has involved multiple law enforcement agencies. 
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impending
impending
[Adjective]

about to happen soon, often with a sense of threat or urgency

Ex: The impending birth of their first child filled the couple with excitement and anticipation. 
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perpetual
perpetual
[Adjective]

continuing forever or indefinitely into the future

Ex: The lighthouse provides a perpetual light to guide ships at sea. 
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chronological
chronological
[Adjective]

organized according to the order that the events occurred in

Ex: The historical events were presented in chronological order. 
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intercalary
intercalary
[Adjective]

(of a day or month) added to a calendar to align it with the solar year or another astronomical cycle

Ex: The intercalary day in a leap year helps synchronize the calendar with Earth's orbit around the Sun. 
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permanent
permanent
[Adjective]

continuing to exist all the time, without significant changes

Ex: The museum's permanent collection includes timeless masterpieces from around the world. 
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ephemeral
ephemeral
[Adjective]

lasting or existing for a small amount of time

Ex: The joy of childhood is often described as ephemeral, fleeting away as one grows older. 
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perennial
perennial
[Adjective]

lasting for a long time or continuing indefinitely

Ex: His perennial optimism helped him weather life's challenges. 
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abiding
abiding
[Adjective]

enduring for a prolonged priod

Ex: He had an abiding interest in classical music that never waned over the years. 
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imminent
imminent
[Adjective]

(particularly of something unpleasant) likely to take place in the near future

Ex: With tensions escalating between the two countries, war seemed imminent. 
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timeless
timeless
[Adjective]

remaining unaffected by the passage of time

Ex: Her style is elegant and timeless, never going out of fashion. 
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vintage
vintage
[Adjective]

(of things) old but highly valued for the quality, excellent condition, or timeless design

Ex: The vintage car, restored to its former glory, exemplified the craftsmanship of classic automobiles. 
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retrospective
retrospective
[Adjective]

referring or relating to a past event

Ex: The museum's retrospective exhibit showcased artwork from the last century. 
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overdue
overdue
[Adjective]

‌not paid, done, etc. within the required or expected timeframe

Ex: The bill payment is overdue, and late fees may apply. 
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futuristic
futuristic
[Adjective]

having extremely modern, innovative technology or design, often resembling what might be expected in the future

Ex: The futuristic concept car boasted autonomous driving capabilities, augmented reality displays, and zero-emission propulsion. 
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looming
looming
[Adjective]

approaching or coming soon, often with a sense of concern or importance

Ex: The looming storm clouds signaled bad weather ahead. 
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primordial
primordial
[Adjective]

belonging to the beginning of time

Ex: The primordial forests are home to species that have thrived for millions of years. 
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transient
transient
[Adjective]

having a very short duration

Ex: The transient nature of youth reminds us to cherish each moment. 
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upcoming
upcoming
[Adjective]

about to come to pass

Ex: The school announced upcoming events for the month. 
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forthcoming
forthcoming
[Adjective]

referring to an event or occurrence that is about to happen very soon

Ex: The company's CEO promised that forthcoming changes would lead to improved efficiency. 
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lasting
lasting
[Adjective]

continuing or enduring for a long time, without significant changes

Ex: The effects of the medication were lasting, providing relief for several hours after taking it. 
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periodic
periodic
[Adjective]

taking place or repeating at consistent, set intervals over time

Ex: The fire alarm undergoes periodic testing to ensure it’s functioning properly. 
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chronicle
chronicle
[noun]

a historical account of events presented in chronological order

Ex: The historian wrote a detailed chronicle of the medieval period. 
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eternity
eternity
[noun]

time that is endless

Ex: Gazing up at the starry night sky, he felt as though he could get lost in the vastness of eternity. 
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bout
bout
[noun]

a short duration or episode during which a particular activity or event occurs

Ex: After a bout of heavy rain, the streets were flooded and traffic came to a standstill. 
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solstice
solstice
[noun]

either of the two times of the year when the sun reaches its farthest or closest distance from the equator

Ex: The winter solstice marks the shortest day and longest night of the year, a time when darkness holds sway over the land and the world seems to stand still. 
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retrospect

the act of looking back on or reviewing past events or situations

Ex: The team conducted a retrospect to understand what went wrong during the project. 
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schedule
schedule
[noun]

a plan or timetable outlining the sequence of events or activities

Ex: She checked her schedule to see when her next meeting was. 
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synchronization

the state or process of two or more things occurring at the same time or working together in harmony

Ex: The synchronization of the dancers was impressive, moving as if they were one entity. 
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hindsight
hindsight
[noun]

the ability to comprehend and evaluate past events or decisions, often gaining insights that were not apparent at the time

Ex: In hindsight, he realized that quitting his job without a backup plan was a mistake. 
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to coincide

to occur at the same time as something else

Ex: Her birthday coincides with the start of the school year. 
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to prolong

to make something last longer in time than it would naturally

Ex: She prolonged her vacation by an extra week. 
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to protract

to extend a period of time or duration

Ex: She protracted the meeting by discussing irrelevant topics. 
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to expire
to expire
[Verb]

(particularly of a time period) to no longer be valid or active

Ex: The three-year period has expired, so the contract is no longer valid. 
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to span
to span
[Verb]

to cover or last the whole of a period of time

Ex: Her career in the company spanned over three decades, from entry-level to executive. 
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to linger
to linger
[Verb]

to intentionally prolong the completion of an action or process

Ex: He lingered in submitting his report, hoping to gather more data to strengthen his case. 
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simultaneously

at exactly the same time

Ex: The two dancers performed different routines simultaneously on the stage. 
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temporarily
temporarily
[Adverb]

for a limited period of time

Ex: She lived in the city temporarily while her house was being renovated. 
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annually
annually
[Adverb]

in a way that happens once every year

Ex: The insurance premium is paid annually. 
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initially
initially
[Adverb]

at the starting point of a process or situation

Ex: The drug was initially tested on mice before human trials. 
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rarely
rarely
[Adverb]

on a very infrequent basis

Ex: She rarely eats sweets, preferring fruit instead. 
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instantaneously

in an immediate manner with no delay

Ex: The message was delivered instantaneously. 
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periodically
periodically
[Adverb]

now and then or from time to time

Ex: The professor periodically updates the syllabus, adding new readings when relevant research emerges. 
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indefinitely
indefinitely
[Adverb]

for an unspecified period of time

Ex: The event has been postponed indefinitely due to unforeseen circumstances. 
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invariably
invariably
[Adverb]

in every case without exception

Ex: She is invariably punctual for all meetings. 
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thereafter
thereafter
[Adverb]

from a particular time onward

Ex: He graduated from college, and thereafter, he started his career. 
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succession

the sequence in which one thing follows another in time

Ex: The succession of events leading up to the discovery was carefully documented. 
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precursor
precursor
[noun]

someone or something that comes before another of the same type, acting as a sign of what will come next

Ex: The invention of the telegraph was a precursor to modern communication technologies. 
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aftermath
aftermath
[noun]

the period following an event, especially one that has a significant impact or causes considerable change

Ex: In the aftermath of the war, the country faced a long road to recovery and rebuilding. 
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antecedent
antecedent
[Adjective]

existing or occurring before something else

Ex: The antecedent events led to a significant shift in public opinion. 
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precedent
precedent
[Adjective]

earlier in time, order, arrangement, or significance, often serving as an example or rule to be followed in the future

Ex: The judge's ruling was based on precedent cases that had similar circumstances. 
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subsequent
subsequent
[Adjective]

occurring or coming after something else

Ex: The subsequent chapters of the book delve deeper into the protagonist's journey. 
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preliminary
preliminary
[Adjective]

occurring before a more important thing, particularly as an act of introduction

Ex: The preliminary investigation revealed important evidence for further examination. 
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hierarchical
hierarchical
[Adjective]

relating to a system that is organized based on social ranking or levels of authority

Ex: The hierarchical structure of the organization ensures clear lines of authority and responsibility. 
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latter
latter
[Adjective]

referring to the second of two things mentioned

Ex: n the debate between the two proposals, the latter argument was more compelling. 
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alternate
alternate
[Adjective]

done or happening every other time

Ex: The committee meets on alternative Thursdays to discuss budget updates. 
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consecutive
consecutive
[Adjective]

continuously happening one after another

Ex: He scored three consecutive goals in the match, leading his team to victory. 
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to sequence

to arrange items or events in a particular order

Ex: She sequenced the photos to create a narrative. 
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to foreshadow

to indicate in advance that something, particularly something bad, will take place

Ex: The dark clouds foreshadowed an impending storm. 
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