as in commemorated
to give eternal or lasting existence to
we hope to perpetuate this holiday tradition
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Recent Examples of perpetuated
Holzinger’s feminist decadence foregrounds the violence against women that this history aestheticized and perpetuated.
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Caroline Lillian Schopp, Artforum, 13 May 2026
This interpretation has been perpetuated by influencers such as Braden Peters, who goes by the name Clavicular.
—Fay Bound-Alberti, Time, 3 May 2026
Skepticism about Shakespeare having actually written the plays attributed to him has persisted for more than a century, originated by lack of documentation and inadequacies in the historical record and perpetuated by cultural fascination.
—Gitanjali Roy, Encyclopedia Britannica, 23 Apr. 2026
Domestic violence is perpetuated not only through the injuring and killing of companion animals, but also through the threat of doing so.
—Letters To The Editor, The Orlando Sentinel, 21 Mar. 2026
Domestic violence is perpetuated not only through the injuring and killing of companion animals, but also through the threat of doing so.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 18 Mar. 2026
Studies show that at least half of electronic health records contain at least one mistake, and many are perpetuated when busy physicians copy and paste prior patient notes.
—Robert Pearl, Twin Cities, 8 Mar. 2026
Yet another quilt depicts a blackface minstrel as a reminder of whites who masqueraded as Blacks on Vaudeville and perpetuated demeaning stereotypes.
—Susan Degrane, Chicago Tribune, 28 Feb. 2026
Jones was an early MAGA supporter, and has since perpetuated election denial messages and continued to support the president.
—Irene Wright, USA Today, 5 Feb. 2026
Caroline Lillian Schopp, Artforum, 13 May 2026
This interpretation has been perpetuated by influencers such as Braden Peters, who goes by the name Clavicular.
—Fay Bound-Alberti, Time, 3 May 2026
Skepticism about Shakespeare having actually written the plays attributed to him has persisted for more than a century, originated by lack of documentation and inadequacies in the historical record and perpetuated by cultural fascination.
—Gitanjali Roy, Encyclopedia Britannica, 23 Apr. 2026
Domestic violence is perpetuated not only through the injuring and killing of companion animals, but also through the threat of doing so.
—Letters To The Editor, The Orlando Sentinel, 21 Mar. 2026
Domestic violence is perpetuated not only through the injuring and killing of companion animals, but also through the threat of doing so.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 18 Mar. 2026
Studies show that at least half of electronic health records contain at least one mistake, and many are perpetuated when busy physicians copy and paste prior patient notes.
—Robert Pearl, Twin Cities, 8 Mar. 2026
Yet another quilt depicts a blackface minstrel as a reminder of whites who masqueraded as Blacks on Vaudeville and perpetuated demeaning stereotypes.
—Susan Degrane, Chicago Tribune, 28 Feb. 2026
Jones was an early MAGA supporter, and has since perpetuated election denial messages and continued to support the president.
—Irene Wright, USA Today, 5 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for perpetuated
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The team commemorated the day with Willie’s son, Michael Mays, throwing a ceremonial first pitch to Cleon Jones, Willie’s former teammate, prior to the first pitch of the Mets’ series finale against the Detroit Tigers.—
Fiifi Frimpong,
New York Daily News,
14 May 2026
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During the Battle of Britain, the skies above the property formed part of the aerial front line, a history that is commemorated today with a plaque installed on the grounds.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
13 May 2026
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Later eras of pluralism and multiculturalism celebrated diversity and protected the ability of communities to preserve their identities.—
Ari Berman,
New York Daily News,
15 May 2026
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This year's issue was celebrated with an exclusive party held at the Hard Rock Hotel New York, and included appearances from many big names, including three out of the four 2026 cover girls, Tiffany Haddish, Alix Earle and Nicole Williams English.—
Lori A Bashian,
FOXNews.com,
15 May 2026
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The Mike Vrabel and Dianna Russini saga has been forever subtly immortalized in a Chargers schedule release video.—
Senior Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
15 May 2026
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There aren’t many lists left for Taylor Swift and Beyoncé to conquer, but the music of both is being honored among the 25 songs, albums and sounds being immortalized on the Library of Congress' National Recording Registry.—
Melissa Ruggieri,
USA Today,
14 May 2026
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Catilin Clark is just starting her third WNBA season, and she is already being honored for a big career achievement in a pregame ceremony.—
Matt Reigle OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
16 May 2026
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In 2025, White Snail, directed by Elsa Kremser and Levin Peter, was honored with the special jury prize and a best performance award at the Locarno Film Festival.—
Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
16 May 2026
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“Perpetuated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/perpetuated. Accessed 22 May. 2026.
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