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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
Many of the recipes draw from Sharf’s diverse heritage, with a Korean-Chinese mother, and a Jewish-Eastern European father.
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Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 11 Jan. 2026
For him, an essential part of feeling a sense of belonging is reconnecting with his cultural heritage, ancient practices and ancestral energy.
—Diana Argabrite, Mercury News, 11 Jan. 2026
Helen’s evangelical Christianity, Kim’s Muslim heritage, and the religious traditions of the Indigenous people whom Kim is studying.
—Deborah Treisman, New Yorker, 11 Jan. 2026
But Remmick's Irish heritage (and the importance of music in Irish culture) is integral to the character's impact.
—Randall Colburn, Entertainment Weekly, 11 Jan. 2026
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Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 11 Jan. 2026
For him, an essential part of feeling a sense of belonging is reconnecting with his cultural heritage, ancient practices and ancestral energy.
—Diana Argabrite, Mercury News, 11 Jan. 2026
Helen’s evangelical Christianity, Kim’s Muslim heritage, and the religious traditions of the Indigenous people whom Kim is studying.
—Deborah Treisman, New Yorker, 11 Jan. 2026
But Remmick's Irish heritage (and the importance of music in Irish culture) is integral to the character's impact.
—Randall Colburn, Entertainment Weekly, 11 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for heritage
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The vocalist has led his band Fuerza Regida to top multiple Billboard charts and helped propel the Mexican corrido tradition, all while running his own label.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Jan. 2026
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Kate Middleton turns 44 today—and in a break from tradition, instead of the customary portrait that usually marks the occasion, the Princess of Wales has released a video.—
Anna Grace Lee,
Vogue,
9 Jan. 2026
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For example, receiving an inheritance three months after filing could mean losing part or all of it.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
8 Jan. 2026
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But determined opposition, combined with Washington’s own restraint, tamed the presidency’s regal inheritance.—
Jake Lundberg,
The Atlantic,
7 Jan. 2026
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While Glaser tones it down on stage, the same rules don’t apply for the red carpet.—
Emily St. Martin,
Oc Register,
12 Jan. 2026
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The Hollywood Foreign Press Association, which determined each year's nominees until they were deposed as the deciding committee in 2022 in the wake of a scandal, revised its rules around animation in 2014.—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
12 Jan. 2026
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The transition to the E-130J reflects a broader trend in uplifting legacy strategic communication systems to platforms that can better accommodate evolving technology, threats, and mission requirements.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
10 Jan. 2026
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In a statement, a town spokesperson said the event's legacy will continue in new ways.—
Robbie Owens,
CBS News,
10 Jan. 2026
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So this is to the ones who are sticking to their values in difficult moments.—
Breanne L. Heldman,
PEOPLE,
12 Jan. 2026
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Money-minded Venus is squaring curative Chiron, pushing you to match your spending habits with your values (without shaming yourself or others).—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
11 Jan. 2026
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“Heritage.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/heritage. Accessed 15 Jan. 2026.
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