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as in traditions
an inherited or established way of thinking, feeling, or doing
hospitality is a cherished Southern heritage
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as in inheritances
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 heritages
There will be over 60 contingents in the parade, and the organizers state there will be more than 5,500 artists who will be representing various cultural heritages such as Brazil, Mexico, Panama, Bolivia, Cuba, Puerto Rico and more.
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Jose Fabian, CBS News, 24 May 2026
Spain has one of Europe’s most extraordinary centuries-old cultural heritages.
—Rafa Sales Ross, Variety, 18 May 2026
Their teachers see them not as representatives of intersectional identities but as unique individuals, each with his or her own heritages, curiosities, and passions—each child to be cherished and known.
—Steven F. Wilson, The Atlantic, 24 Apr. 2026
So, part of what is lost is the physical manifestation of these longer histories and heritages.
—Lisa Deaderick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Feb. 2026
The two friends have dedicated their lives to service and commemorating the African diaspora, marrying their Haitian and Dominican heritages with countless references to music, culture, and dynamic flavors.
—Inés Anguiano, Bon Appetit Magazine, 10 Feb. 2026
The museum also now offers a rotating exhibit that will change every few months to spotlight different cultural heritages in the area.
—Mike Danahey, Chicago Tribune, 6 Feb. 2026
The concepts making their debut range from Kwame Onwuachi’s take on Caribbean cuisine in Las Vegas to Francesco Martucci bringing his pizza prowess to fine dining in Miami—and everything in between, encompassing a wide variety of flavors, heritages, and more.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 11 Jan. 2026
The two bonded over their respective heritages—Bardha’s family comes from Albania, while Jed’s family hails from Lebanon.
—Lea Veloso, StyleCaster, 27 Aug. 2025
Jose Fabian, CBS News, 24 May 2026
Spain has one of Europe’s most extraordinary centuries-old cultural heritages.
—Rafa Sales Ross, Variety, 18 May 2026
Their teachers see them not as representatives of intersectional identities but as unique individuals, each with his or her own heritages, curiosities, and passions—each child to be cherished and known.
—Steven F. Wilson, The Atlantic, 24 Apr. 2026
So, part of what is lost is the physical manifestation of these longer histories and heritages.
—Lisa Deaderick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Feb. 2026
The two friends have dedicated their lives to service and commemorating the African diaspora, marrying their Haitian and Dominican heritages with countless references to music, culture, and dynamic flavors.
—Inés Anguiano, Bon Appetit Magazine, 10 Feb. 2026
The museum also now offers a rotating exhibit that will change every few months to spotlight different cultural heritages in the area.
—Mike Danahey, Chicago Tribune, 6 Feb. 2026
The concepts making their debut range from Kwame Onwuachi’s take on Caribbean cuisine in Las Vegas to Francesco Martucci bringing his pizza prowess to fine dining in Miami—and everything in between, encompassing a wide variety of flavors, heritages, and more.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 11 Jan. 2026
The two bonded over their respective heritages—Bardha’s family comes from Albania, while Jed’s family hails from Lebanon.
—Lea Veloso, StyleCaster, 27 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for heritages
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In societies with robust musical traditions, negative reactions — booing, whistling, calling for punishment — may be expressed.—
Judith Martin,
Sun Sentinel,
8 June 2026
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Here is how SpaceX is breaking Wall Street traditions with its record $75 billion listing.—
Manya Saini,
USA Today,
8 June 2026
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Trusts allow for detailed instructions and conditions for inheritances, covering circumstances like multiple beneficiaries, specific percentages for each heir or the death of a beneficiary.—
Medora Lee,
USA Today,
3 June 2026
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Data from the company suggests some 12 million of these car will be transferred via estate plans, gifts, and inheritances over the next 15 years, according to the financial news service.—
Bryan Hood,
Robb Report,
26 May 2026
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Public fireworks productions require display permits, according to state rules.—
Dennis Romero,
NBC news,
8 June 2026
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So Daniel’s book violated those rules, and Louis’ actions within the book did, too.—
Ben Travers,
IndieWire,
7 June 2026
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The legacies of this destruction reverberate through Plains Indigenous communities today.—
The Conversation,
The Conversation,
4 June 2026
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The companies that last long enough to become legacies aren’t the ones that grew fastest.—
Ali Aydan,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2026
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To succeed, Democrats must now demonstrate that, despite the costs, America’s security at home depends on its influence abroad; shaping foreign policy around traditional values benefits Americans; and respecting alliances is a source of strength.—
Missy Ryan,
The Atlantic,
10 June 2026
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Heat index values could approach 100 to 105 degrees, just shy of the weather service’s heat advisory criteria.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
10 June 2026
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“Heritages.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/heritages. Accessed 14 Jun. 2026.
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