as in commemorating
to give eternal or lasting existence to
we hope to perpetuate this holiday tradition
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Recent Examples of perpetuating
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.
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Larisha Paul,
Rolling Stone,
22 June 2026
The project is designed for the purpose of perpetuating local heritage and to awaken interest and develop civic pride.
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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.
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Gabrielle Fonrouge,
CNBC,
2 June 2026
Researchers are trying to dispel inaccurate information, but regional newspapers seem bent on perpetuating fear.
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IEEE Spectrum,
7 May 2026
The modeling industry has long played a role in perpetuating unrealistic body standards, though there have been cyclical advances and setbacks.
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Rory Satran,
Vogue,
28 Apr. 2026
The ongoing lawsuit accuses the defendants of discrimination and perpetuating the social barriers faced by nonwhite runners in the sport.
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Daniel Libit,
Sportico.com,
20 Apr. 2026
While answering a question about how negative public perceptions may have led to perpetuating cycles of self-destruction, Dunham brought up how those narratives echoed themselves on television.
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Natalie Oganesyan,
Deadline,
12 Apr. 2026
Opaque budgets and an austerity mindset lead to distrust in government, perpetuating anti-tax sentiments.
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Celina Su,
The Conversation,
1 Apr. 2026
Larisha Paul,
Rolling Stone,
22 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
Researchers are trying to dispel inaccurate information, but regional newspapers seem bent on perpetuating fear.
—
IEEE Spectrum,
7 May 2026
The modeling industry has long played a role in perpetuating unrealistic body standards, though there have been cyclical advances and setbacks.
—
Rory Satran,
Vogue,
28 Apr. 2026
The ongoing lawsuit accuses the defendants of discrimination and perpetuating the social barriers faced by nonwhite runners in the sport.
—
Daniel Libit,
Sportico.com,
20 Apr. 2026
While answering a question about how negative public perceptions may have led to perpetuating cycles of self-destruction, Dunham brought up how those narratives echoed themselves on television.
—
Natalie Oganesyan,
Deadline,
12 Apr. 2026
Opaque budgets and an austerity mindset lead to distrust in government, perpetuating anti-tax sentiments.
—
Celina Su,
The Conversation,
1 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for perpetuating
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Dong had been locked up in China several times, including for his activities commemorating the 1989 crackdown on pro-democracy protesters in Beijing’s Tiananmen Square and past efforts to flee.
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The 68-year-old former police officer has been jailed repeatedly in China for commemorating the Tiananmen Square crackdown and failed escape attempts through Thailand, Taiwan and Vietnam.
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In Glacier View, Alaska, about two hours north of Anchorage, celebrating America’s Independence Day makes fireworks a thing of the past.
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For much of the country, the 250th anniversary of independence on Saturday is a time for celebrating and debating the country's birth.
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In October 2024, the OnlyFans hair creator shared sweet throwback photos of her eldest son, Donnie, honoring his 10th birthday.
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The capsule installation was part of a joint ceremony with the unveiling of a park marker honoring patriots.
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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.
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As The Last Five Years celebrates the last 25 years, Ben Platt and Rachel Zegler are immortalizing their anniversary performance.
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“Perpetuating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/perpetuating. Accessed 3 Jul. 2026.
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