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
In perpetuating that rumor—oftentimes the two portraits are purposefully hung near each other—there’s a tendency to denigrate Madame Gautreau.
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Stephanie Sporn, Vogue, 24 Apr. 2025
The electric vehicle giant’s profit plunged 71% in the first quarter to $409 million as the company faced a flurry of setbacks, including looming tariffs and a brand crisis perpetuated by Chief Executive Elon Musk’s prominent role in the Trump administration.
—Caroline Petrow-Cohen, Los Angeles Times, 22 Apr. 2025
This, of course, perpetuates a stereotypical profile.
—Hec Paris Insights, Forbes.com, 24 Apr. 2025
The tech giant was ordered by the EU to remove technical and commercial restrictions on steering and to refrain from perpetuating its non-compliant conduct in the future.
—Ryan Browne, CNBC, 23 Apr. 2025
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Stephanie Sporn, Vogue, 24 Apr. 2025
The electric vehicle giant’s profit plunged 71% in the first quarter to $409 million as the company faced a flurry of setbacks, including looming tariffs and a brand crisis perpetuated by Chief Executive Elon Musk’s prominent role in the Trump administration.
—Caroline Petrow-Cohen, Los Angeles Times, 22 Apr. 2025
This, of course, perpetuates a stereotypical profile.
—Hec Paris Insights, Forbes.com, 24 Apr. 2025
The tech giant was ordered by the EU to remove technical and commercial restrictions on steering and to refrain from perpetuating its non-compliant conduct in the future.
—Ryan Browne, CNBC, 23 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for perpetuate
Verb
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Mr Justice Popplewell cut the ribbon on an emotional day when a mural commemorating the 56 victims of the fire was also unveiled.—
Richard Sutcliffe,
New York Times,
10 May 2025
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King Charles' office is sharing a brand new royal symbol commemorating the last stage in the transition to his reign.—
Janine Henni,
People.com,
10 May 2025
Verb
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Cinco de Mayo is on May 5, and Chipotle is celebrating with a new gaming experience that can score fans some free food.—
Gabe Hauari,
USA Today,
2 May 2025
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Today, Israelis are celebrating the 77th independence day of the State of Israel, the reborn nation state of the Jewish people.—
Noa Tishby,
New York Daily News,
1 May 2025
Verb
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Perhaps what immortalizes their legacy is not the absence of friction, but the sincerity of his love.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Apr. 2025
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The Last of Us actor, who turned 50 years old on April 2, posted a photo from his birthday party to his Instagram Story, which was then immortalized on several fan pages.—
Mathew Rodriguez,
Them.,
7 Apr. 2025
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In 2023, the gala honored the late designer Karl Lagerfeld, with references to his unique style and combination of black, white and leather, as well as his beloved cat Choupette.—
Renee Anderson,
CBS News,
4 May 2025
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His predecessor, Pope Benedict XVI, chose his papal name to show his commitment to peace and reconciliation by honoring St. Benedict and Pope Benedict XV, who was head of the church during World War I, Temple said.—
Issy Ronald,
CNN Money,
4 May 2025
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“Perpetuate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/perpetuate. Accessed 14 May. 2025.
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