as in to commemorate
to give eternal or lasting existence to
we hope to perpetuate this holiday tradition
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Recent Examples of perpetuate
This is about protecting our country, and especially our Jewish students, from those who seek to perpetuate hatred and violence.
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Raja Krishnamoorthi, Newsweek, 13 Mar. 2025
But László encounters many obstacles after construction begins, many of them perpetuated by Harrison himself, whose twisted relationship with László comes to represent the darkest parts of the immigrant experience.
—Randall Colburn, EW.com, 5 Mar. 2025
This silence around women’s health perpetuates the taboos around these topics that are key to whole-body health, while men’s health content is allowed to flourish without repercussions.
—Mara Santilli, Flow Space, 4 Mar. 2025
Without decisive action, the teacher shortage will continue to undermine the quality of education for millions of students, perpetuating cycles of inequality and limiting opportunities for future generations.
—Scott White, Forbes, 7 Mar. 2025
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Raja Krishnamoorthi, Newsweek, 13 Mar. 2025
But László encounters many obstacles after construction begins, many of them perpetuated by Harrison himself, whose twisted relationship with László comes to represent the darkest parts of the immigrant experience.
—Randall Colburn, EW.com, 5 Mar. 2025
This silence around women’s health perpetuates the taboos around these topics that are key to whole-body health, while men’s health content is allowed to flourish without repercussions.
—Mara Santilli, Flow Space, 4 Mar. 2025
Without decisive action, the teacher shortage will continue to undermine the quality of education for millions of students, perpetuating cycles of inequality and limiting opportunities for future generations.
—Scott White, Forbes, 7 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for perpetuate
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Abolitionist William Lloyd Garrison took up Henry’s phrase in a speech at a gathering to commemorate John Brown, who led the violent antislavery raid on Harpers Ferry in 1859.—
Cassandra Good,
Smithsonian Magazine,
21 Mar. 2025
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Sounds like a great way to commemorate a 50th anniversary.—
Charles Taylor,
Forbes,
21 Mar. 2025
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One Step Back Game Informer celebrated their return by releasing their Game of the Year awards, celebrating the excellent gaming achievements of 2024, albeit a bit late.—
Paul Du Quenoy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 Mar. 2025
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The group's employees even pay out-of-pocket for coffee and sugar used in its coffee breaks, and have been doing so since 1973, according to a video celebrating its anniversary last year.—
Geoff Brumfiel,
NPR,
26 Mar. 2025
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But one play — one indelible moment — immortalized Graham in Philly sports lore forever.—
Anthony Stitt,
Forbes,
18 Mar. 2025
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Remember, your dress will be immortalized in pictures.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
10 Mar. 2025
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To celebrate the reissue, Sprouse’s graffiti designs will be projected across New York City to honor the artist’s creative legacy and lasting influence.—
Julia Teti,
WWD,
19 Mar. 2025
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How does Jaji balance honoring traditional Afghan recipes while introducing modern techniques and diaspora influences?—
Chelsea Davis,
Forbes,
19 Mar. 2025
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“Perpetuate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/perpetuate. Accessed 2 Apr. 2025.
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