perpetuating

present participle of perpetuate

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Recent Examples of perpetuating However, opinions on the continent on it still differ, with some calling it inefficient and perpetuating rather than aiding the climate crisis. Katharina Buchholz, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026 Or, maybe someone who currently lives with you refuses to take ownership of perpetuating the mess downstairs. Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 June 2026 Even Hauser can’t rescue this culturally insensitive, stereotype-perpetuating nonsense. Jon O'Brien, Vulture, 26 June 2026 The biggest issue is the promoters that, for lack of a better word, don’t really understand what their job is, who are perpetuating the issue by rewarding the young men and women that are going out of their way to do these crazy things – jumping off of balconies, crazy moves every match. Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 26 June 2026 In a more pointed, though less public, post to her private Instagram account, SZA specifically called out the producer and Major Lazer member Diplo for his role in perpetuating exploitation via AI. Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 22 June 2026 Still, many powerful people are committed to perpetuating that myth. Mike Miller, Entertainment Weekly, 19 June 2026 The project is designed for the purpose of perpetuating local heritage and to awaken interest and develop civic pride. Andrea Manes, Oc Register, 4 June 2026 Over the last few years, Victoria’s Secret has faced a range of savvy, upstart competitors, shifting views over beauty standards and criticisms over perpetuating unrealistic stereotypes, particularly through its models. Gabrielle Fonrouge, CNBC, 2 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for perpetuating
Verb
  • In looking back and commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Viking missions to Mars, one is struck by the bold and audacious undertaking.
    Leonard David, Space.com, 20 July 2026
  • Spain, Morocco, and Portugal will co-host the tournament, with select matches commemorating the 100th anniversary of the first edition, to be played in Argentina, Paraguay, and Uruguay.
    Jibin Joseph, PC Magazine, 18 July 2026
Verb
  • Duncan helped stage several exhibitions of Pousette-Dart’s work, including a showcase celebrating the centennial of his birth at the Whitney Museum of American Art, to an exhibition at the Museum Frieder Burda in Baden-Baden, Germany.
    News Desk, Artforum, 22 July 2026
  • The post prompted hundreds of comments celebrating and mourning the late Good Will Hunting Oscar winner.
    Jack Smart, PEOPLE, 22 July 2026
Verb
  • This powerful performance, honoring Ozzy Osbourne, was recorded at the David Z Foundation's annual JAMM Night fundraiser earlier this year.
    Jim Ryan, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026
  • Now, for the first time in its nearly 75-year history, the Hall of Fame will feature a dedicated experience honoring an active NBA player.
    Devon Henderson, New York Times, 22 July 2026
Verb
  • Walk through a gallery of bronze busts immortalizing the game's greatest players and learn about the evolution of the game from the days of leather helmets to modern gear.
    USA TODAY Network, USA Today, 10 June 2026
  • As The Last Five Years celebrates the last 25 years, Ben Platt and Rachel Zegler are immortalizing their anniversary performance.
    Glenn Garner, Deadline, 4 Apr. 2026

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“Perpetuating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/perpetuating. Accessed 23 Jul. 2026.

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