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as in tradition
an inherited or established way of thinking, feeling, or doing
hospitality is a cherished Southern heritage
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as in inheritance
something that is or may be inherited
this farm is my heritage from my father, as it was for him from his father
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Recent Examples of heritage
Mas, whose entire family was in attendance, shared impassioned words about his Cuban heritage.
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Miami Herald, 5 Mar. 2026
That performance mindset is also rooted in the company’s soil-health heritage.
—Philip Jordan, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Mar. 2026
Born to a mom of Filipino descent and a father of Creole heritage, Arkapaw talked about her family's history and how her grandfather, Guillermo Pagan Bautista, was also a storyteller in his own right.
—Angeline Jane Bernabe, ABC News, 5 Mar. 2026
The film’s musical identity draws heavily on Vietnamese heritage.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 5 Mar. 2026
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Miami Herald, 5 Mar. 2026
That performance mindset is also rooted in the company’s soil-health heritage.
—Philip Jordan, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Mar. 2026
Born to a mom of Filipino descent and a father of Creole heritage, Arkapaw talked about her family's history and how her grandfather, Guillermo Pagan Bautista, was also a storyteller in his own right.
—Angeline Jane Bernabe, ABC News, 5 Mar. 2026
The film’s musical identity draws heavily on Vietnamese heritage.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 5 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for heritage
Noun
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President Calvin Coolidge was the first president to attend the event in 1924, establishing an annual tradition.—
Washington Examiner Staff,
The Washington Examiner,
3 Mar. 2026
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Red carpet reveals are a bit of a tradition for Zendaya and Holland.—
Vogue,
Vogue,
2 Mar. 2026
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Victoria Pedretti and Kiera Allen star in the show, which follows two sisters who receive a life-changing inheritance.—
Rick Porter,
HollywoodReporter,
4 Mar. 2026
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Her drive was fueled by a desire to provide for her daughter, Rory, on her own terms, free from the strings of her wealthy parents' inheritance.—
Lauren Brown West-Rosenthal,
Parents,
3 Mar. 2026
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On a call from Mexico on Thursday with reporters, Estrada Juarez, 42, said DACA was supposed to protect people like her who work hard and follow the rules.—
Andrea Castillo,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Mar. 2026
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For details on other rules, like how many and what kinds of fish anglers can bring home, or where and how to get needed licenses and permits, visit the Unified Government’s Fishing and Boating website.—
Sofi Zeman
March 5,
Kansas City Star,
5 Mar. 2026
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The Gunter continues to expand its offerings, with a music studio in the works that promises to build on the hotel’s legendary musical legacy.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
4 Mar. 2026
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With a commitment to accuracy, accountability and innovation, the AJC is building on its legacy to redefine what a local news brand can be.—
Hugo Rojo,
AJC.com,
3 Mar. 2026
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While both candidates occupied the party’s progressive flank, Talarico presented himself as a Democrat who could speak the language of faith and values to voters who have drifted rightward in recent years.—
Nik Popli,
Time,
4 Mar. 2026
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Guidance from the National Child Traumatic Stress Network says adults sharing their own feelings with children can be an opportunity to convey personal beliefs and values about how to treat others.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
4 Mar. 2026
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“Heritage.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/heritage. Accessed 6 Mar. 2026.
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