as in eternity
endless time
lands that should remain in their wild state in perpetuity
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Recent Examples of perpetuity
The consecrated land is leased in perpetuity to the British Royal Navy, who participate in an annual ceremony to commemorate the lives lost.
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Caroline Eubanks, Travel + Leisure, 22 May 2026
In hearings this year, the California’s Department of Finance said the program was meant to run for a limited time and expressed concern about funding it in perpetuity from the state budget.
—Los Angeles Times, 14 May 2026
The neighborhood governs how the assets are used, maintaining local control in perpetuity while using profits for reinvestment.
—Alex Amouyel, Fortune, 14 May 2026
The Geoffrey Beene and Liz Claiborne awards are both in perpetuity.
—Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 13 May 2026
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Caroline Eubanks, Travel + Leisure, 22 May 2026
In hearings this year, the California’s Department of Finance said the program was meant to run for a limited time and expressed concern about funding it in perpetuity from the state budget.
—Los Angeles Times, 14 May 2026
The neighborhood governs how the assets are used, maintaining local control in perpetuity while using profits for reinvestment.
—Alex Amouyel, Fortune, 14 May 2026
The Geoffrey Beene and Liz Claiborne awards are both in perpetuity.
—Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 13 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for perpetuity
Noun
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At 29 years old, Brunson now has two college championships, a collection of National Player of the Year Awards, an NBA title, an NBA Finals MVP crown and the core of the Big Apple for eternity.—
Dana O’Neil,
CNN Money,
14 June 2026
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Formative minutes stretched on for eternity — winning a track competition, a first kiss — but eight weeks flashed by in a hot hazy glimmer.—
Sophia Solano,
Washington Post,
13 June 2026
Noun
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Outside, the landscaped grounds feature an infinity-edge saltwater pool overlooking the ocean, expansive entertaining terraces, a summer kitchen, and full-sized Har-Tru tennis and pickleball courts.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
9 June 2026
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As the resort’s premium hotel-within-a-hotel experience, Hōkūpa‘a Tower guests will not only find larger indoor and outdoor room layouts, but will also gain access to The Lānai, a private lounge-style space with complimentary food and drinks, a private bar, and infinity-edge cocktail pools.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
4 June 2026
Noun
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Nowadays, the outdoors with all its foreverness and fresh air is becoming that go-to place to celebrate our upcoming holidays.—
Marni Jameson,
orlandosentinel.com,
20 Nov. 2020
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“Perpetuity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/perpetuity. Accessed 15 Jun. 2026.
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