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Common Era
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the time period beginning with the traditionally recognized year of Christ's birth, used as a secular alternative to Anno Domini
Examples
The Renaissance occurred in the 14th century of the Common Era.
Many historians prefer to date events using the Common Era.
common era
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used with a date to refer to things happened or existed after the birth of Christ
Examples
The fall of the Western Roman Empire occurred around 476 CE.
The birth of the Prophet Muhammad is traditionally dated to around 570 CE.
