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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
Norby, who had earlier claimed ancestry tracing back to various Indigenous peoples in the southwestern US and northern Mexico, had claimed only Purépecha heritage since assuming her role at the Met; the group resides in Michoacán, Mexico.
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News Desk, Artforum, 1 Apr. 2026
Amidst new friends, fresh joy, and many different and nuanced relationships, Henri also finds secrets, lies, difficulty, and denial – leading her to question everything about herself, her heritage, and her family.
—Denise Petski, Deadline, 1 Apr. 2026
Her sister, actress Rooney Mara, discussed the family’s football heritage in an interview with The Scotsman in August 2013.
—Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 1 Apr. 2026
There are floor-to-ceiling porcelain slab walls, designer lighting, and architectural reveals that create the impression of floating walls and ceilings, while cabinetry throughout is crafted by the heritage Italian design and furniture company Pedini.
—Mark David, Robb Report, 1 Apr. 2026
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News Desk, Artforum, 1 Apr. 2026
Amidst new friends, fresh joy, and many different and nuanced relationships, Henri also finds secrets, lies, difficulty, and denial – leading her to question everything about herself, her heritage, and her family.
—Denise Petski, Deadline, 1 Apr. 2026
Her sister, actress Rooney Mara, discussed the family’s football heritage in an interview with The Scotsman in August 2013.
—Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 1 Apr. 2026
There are floor-to-ceiling porcelain slab walls, designer lighting, and architectural reveals that create the impression of floating walls and ceilings, while cabinetry throughout is crafted by the heritage Italian design and furniture company Pedini.
—Mark David, Robb Report, 1 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for heritage
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Passover always starts and finishes in the evening, but traditions can vary depending on geographical location.—
Mary Walrath-Holdridge,
USA Today,
31 Mar. 2026
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Like the restaurant, Toja draws on local traditions with a spa menu that includes invigorating pijat massages and exfoliating scrubs with rice, ginger, and candle nut.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
31 Mar. 2026
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But this wealth transfer can increase inequality, as those who receive substantial inheritance will be better positioned than those who do not.—
John Rennie Short,
The Conversation,
31 Mar. 2026
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Take FlyBase — an online database of the Drosophila melanogaster (otherwise known as the fruit fly) genome, which for more than 30 years has been an essential resource for researchers studying everything from cancer genes to neurodegeneration to the fundamental mechanisms of inheritance.—
Megan Molteni,
STAT,
27 Mar. 2026
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Accessibility In accordance with Japan’s progressive rules for handicap accessibility, all floors are accessible with wide elevator access, lower level buttons reachable from wheelchairs, and wheelchair accessible bathrooms on the restaurant level.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
3 Apr. 2026
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The flight was intended for the training pilot to receive instruction in basic visual flight rules and included going over downtown Fort Lauderdale, the report said.—
Angie DiMichele,
Sun Sentinel,
3 Apr. 2026
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The difference of opinion came with regard to the renaming and not wanting to erase history or Chavez's legacy within the farmworkers movement.—
Charlie Lapastora,
CBS News,
31 Mar. 2026
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Sarah Ferguson’s ties to Jeffrey Epstein are casting a longer shadow over her public legacy, as the City of York moved swiftly to strip the Duchess of York of a ceremonial honor in a rare, unanimous vote.—
Lauryn Overhultz , Stephanie Nolasco,
FOXNews.com,
31 Mar. 2026
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These platforms must forge collaborative networks that mutually reinforce one another and establish a rigorous framework that makes the cultural values of the biennial format legible, tangible, and palpable to various segments of society in the immediate locale and across the continent.—
Smooth Nzewi,
Artforum,
2 Apr. 2026
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Our alt data is also supportive given moderating pressures in range resale values and strong special vehicles’ appreciation.—
Michael Bloom,
CNBC,
1 Apr. 2026
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“Heritage.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/heritage. Accessed 5 Apr. 2026.
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