heritages

plural of 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 Her designs incorporated and combined messages (among them war and peace, tribalism and religion) and the band members' cultural heritages. David Chiu, Forbes.com, 29 June 2026 Seeing the rhythms, music and dances of so many heritages come together in one vibrant celebration. Anna Alejo, CBS News, 14 June 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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for heritages
Noun
  • And for Southerners, in particular, these types of trips provide chances to pass down beloved traditions and introduce the next generation to the places and pastimes that have long been part of your family’s story.
    Lydia Mansel, Southern Living, 4 Aug. 2026
  • There is no intent other than honoring the traditions of the Native American history.
    Scott Powers, New York Times, 4 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • Significant life events, such as business sales, relocations, inheritances, divorces, and multigenerational wealth transfers, are often complicated for all parties involved, especially when considering the stakes such events can carry.
    Matthew Kayser July 24, Miami Herald, 24 July 2026
  • Listen First Before Offering Financial Solutions Sudden liquidity events like inheritances, lottery wins or lawsuit proceeds can be exciting and terrifying at the same time.
    Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026
Noun
  • Republicans in two red states couldn’t convince voters to change election rules to make their party stronger.
    David Weigel, semafor.com, 5 Aug. 2026
  • However, borrowers who took out federal loans on or after July 1, 2026, face different repayment rules under the new federal student loan framework.
    Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 5 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • Valentino Giovanni Luchin is a man in his 60s with two wildly different legacies — he is known as a talented, hardworking Italian chef and an inept bank robber.
    Nate Gartrell, Mercury News, 6 Aug. 2026
  • High school football season has arrived in Southern California and with it the hopes and aspirations of players looking to earn championships, league titles and create longstanding legacies.
    Ethan Hanson, Daily News, 5 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • Their rules tend to reflect strong preferences for aesthetic uniformity, believed by some to be associated with higher home values.
    Daniel Kramer, The Conversation, 3 Aug. 2026
  • The show is remembered for its positive portrayal of a Black family with strong morals and values.
    Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 3 Aug. 2026

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“Heritages.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/heritages. Accessed 9 Aug. 2026.

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