heritage

Definition of heritagenext
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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 Value comes down to scarcity, condition, brand heritage and demand. Ryan Brennan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 25 June 2026 Together, the two product lines reflect how today’s consumers shop for denim and apparel more broadly while underscoring Re/Done’s mission to preserve the best of American heritage and create products that feel relevant for a new generation. Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 25 June 2026 City officials say roughly 300,000 Sacramento-area residents trace their heritage to Morelia and the Mexican state of Michoacán. Sacbee.com, 25 June 2026 Some heritage brands are refusing to act old. Slma Shelbayah, Forbes.com, 25 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for heritage
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Noun
  • Held every Thursday evening on the city’s scenic downtown waterfront, Clematis by Night has been a West Palm Beach tradition since 1995.
    Staff Author, Southern Living, 22 June 2026
  • Sidney and this Mark share a teen daughter, Tatum (Isabel May), who follows the family tradition of being a Ghostface target.
    Derek Lawrence, Entertainment Weekly, 22 June 2026
Noun
  • After all, that's the most feasible way to leave behind an inheritance rather than a pile of creditor claims.
    Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 24 June 2026
  • The film tells the story of three men whose lives are intimately connected through desire, pain, and inheritance.
    Anthony D'Alessandro, Deadline, 24 June 2026
Noun
  • The board removed its previous time limit rule at public comment sessions during board meetings when more than 20 speakers are signed up.
    Samuel O’Neal June 25, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 26 June 2026
  • For county-specific labels like Napa or Sonoma, the 75% rule applies.
    Sacbee.com, Sacbee.com, 26 June 2026
Noun
  • Schlossberg tried to capitalize on his family history by talking about his family's legacy of public service.
    Eduardo Cuevas, USA Today, 24 June 2026
  • And remember, your legacy is in those who remember you.
    Joe Holden, CBS News, 23 June 2026
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  • The artist was beloved by Americans for his intimate portrayals of the country’s values.
    Karissa Waddick, USA Today, 25 June 2026
  • Talarico’s faith is distinct from the Catholicism that Vice President JD Vance embraced in 2019, which sees a central place for Christianity in American life that’s focused on traditional social values like family formation — not social justice.
    David Weigel, semafor.com, 24 June 2026

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“Heritage.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/heritage. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.

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