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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
The two bonded over their respective heritages—Bardha’s family comes from Albania, while Jed’s family hails from Lebanon.
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Lea Veloso, StyleCaster, 27 Aug. 2025
Activities included walking the fire circle to offer prayers, sampling authentic Native American food like fry bread, and learning about the various tribal heritages.
—Gregory Harutunian, Chicago Tribune, 25 Aug. 2025
Junior Queen Emilie Hudson, 17, and Young Miss Macy Naulty, 12, said Heritage Night celebrates the Hispanic and Native American heritages along with Ramona’s heritage and culture.
—Julie Gallant, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 Aug. 2025
Lea Veloso, StyleCaster, 27 Aug. 2025
Activities included walking the fire circle to offer prayers, sampling authentic Native American food like fry bread, and learning about the various tribal heritages.
—Gregory Harutunian, Chicago Tribune, 25 Aug. 2025
Junior Queen Emilie Hudson, 17, and Young Miss Macy Naulty, 12, said Heritage Night celebrates the Hispanic and Native American heritages along with Ramona’s heritage and culture.
—Julie Gallant, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for heritages
Noun
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TCUs counter these barriers by embedding Native culture, language, and traditions into curricula and campus life.—
Marybeth Gasman,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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The kitchen turns out dishes influenced by a range of traditions, and with the recent addition of the renowned chef Byron Rubio, the menu is reaching new heights of creativity and refinement.—
Matthew Kayser,
USA Today,
11 Sep. 2025
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From an estate planning perspective, the liquidity generated from an ESOP transaction can help equalize inheritances, reduce estate tax exposure, and diversify a family’s concentrated wealth.—
Matthew F. Erskine,
Forbes.com,
26 Aug. 2025
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This transit can bring financial opportunities such as inheritances, collaborations, or joint investments.—
Dossé-Via Trenou,
Refinery29,
24 Aug. 2025
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See rules for Competitive Wordle toward the end of this post.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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Both levels are far above EU rules demanding that individual members’ deficits should not exceed 3% of GDP, while their public debt should not surpass 60% of economic output.—
Holly Ellyatt,
CNBC,
10 Sep. 2025
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With contributions across disciplines, the legends featured in the pages of WWD over the decades let their passion fuel innovation, shaping and evolving brand legacies and the industry to reflect the times while leaving an indelible mark.—
Tonya Blazio-Licorish,
Footwear News,
10 Sep. 2025
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And while that ginkgo will hopefully live for another 112 years, legacies like his have the power to extend even further.—
Leila Latif,
IndieWire,
5 Sep. 2025
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Encouraging young adults to explore interests, values and long-term aspirations facilitates intrinsic motivation.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
13 Sep. 2025
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Both require a balance of commitment and flexibility, patience and action, values and adaptability.—
Allen Buchanan,
Oc Register,
13 Sep. 2025
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“Heritages.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/heritages. Accessed 15 Sep. 2025.
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