as in inheritance
something that is or may be inherited
the old locket was part of the legacy from my great-great-grandmother
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While he is best known as the force behind the American Football League and for forever changing Kansas City with his decision to move his Dallas franchise here in 1963, Hunt’s fascination with soccer — and the World Cup itself — is part of his legacy.
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Kansas City Star, 12 May 2026
That strategy continues to drive the success of ABC and Hulu — from legacy hits being embraced by new generations to breakout series becoming the next cultural touchstones.
—Michael Schneider, Variety, 12 May 2026
Last season, Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott broke the franchise’s career passing yards record, and the Star-Telegram used that occasion to assess Prescott’s legacy.
—Jim Barnes, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 12 May 2026
While her legacy continues to be written, there is no doubt that the young girls belting every word of her music will keep singing Ajram’s songs.
—Danny Hajjar, Rolling Stone, 12 May 2026
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Kansas City Star, 12 May 2026
That strategy continues to drive the success of ABC and Hulu — from legacy hits being embraced by new generations to breakout series becoming the next cultural touchstones.
—Michael Schneider, Variety, 12 May 2026
Last season, Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott broke the franchise’s career passing yards record, and the Star-Telegram used that occasion to assess Prescott’s legacy.
—Jim Barnes, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 12 May 2026
While her legacy continues to be written, there is no doubt that the young girls belting every word of her music will keep singing Ajram’s songs.
—Danny Hajjar, Rolling Stone, 12 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for legacy
inheritance
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Eric Richins' other sister, Katie Richins-Benson, accused Kouri Richins of isolating and manipulating the couple's sons while attempting to take their inheritance.—
N'dea Yancey-Bragg,
USA Today,
13 May 2026
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Inspired by one of poet/playwright Federico García Lorca’s last, unfinished works, the musical follows the interconnected stories of three gay men from distinct historical periods, linked by sexuality and desire, pain and inheritance.—
Elaina Patton,
IndieWire,
12 May 2026
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“Legacy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/legacy. Accessed 20 May. 2026.
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