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as in tradition
an inherited or established way of thinking, feeling, or doing
hospitality is a cherished Southern heritage
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as in inheritance
something that is or may be inherited
this farm is my heritage from my father, as it was for him from his father
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Recent Examples of heritage
In another nod to his heritage, Cumming will serve as the Grand Marshall of the 27th-annual Tartan Day Parade in New York City on April 5.
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Cat Sposato, AFAR Media, 27 Mar. 2025
Low in lactose, gluten free and made with all natural ingredients, LS Cream exudes style and luxury while staying true to its Caribbean heritage.
—Essence, 27 Mar. 2025
Emergency officials speaking to local outlets noted that the widespread damage to critical infrastructure and heritage sites underscored the need for stronger fire prevention policies.
—Paul Du Quenoy, MSNBC Newsweek, 26 Mar. 2025
Zaynab Issa’s Third Culture Cooking draws from her own East African and South Asian heritage—among others—a reminder that American food belongs to no single country.
—Jessica Carbone, Saveur, 26 Mar. 2025
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Cat Sposato, AFAR Media, 27 Mar. 2025
Low in lactose, gluten free and made with all natural ingredients, LS Cream exudes style and luxury while staying true to its Caribbean heritage.
—Essence, 27 Mar. 2025
Emergency officials speaking to local outlets noted that the widespread damage to critical infrastructure and heritage sites underscored the need for stronger fire prevention policies.
—Paul Du Quenoy, MSNBC Newsweek, 26 Mar. 2025
Zaynab Issa’s Third Culture Cooking draws from her own East African and South Asian heritage—among others—a reminder that American food belongs to no single country.
—Jessica Carbone, Saveur, 26 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for heritage
Noun
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Trader Joe’s has a longstanding tradition of offering reusable canvas shopping bags, which began in 1977.—
Renan Botelho,
Footwear News,
10 Apr. 2025
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The is a revered tradition, held every Tuesday Masters week.—
Devlina Sarkar,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Apr. 2025
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So, did Alex check all of the items off the list and receive her mystery inheritance?—
Jordana Comiter,
People.com,
31 Mar. 2025
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Enpass does not currently offer any password inheritance or other emergency access features, which would facilitate the transfer of your credentials and other valuable information in the event of your untimely demise.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
31 Mar. 2025
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The only issue with the price Chelsea Women was sold for was that they were bought by their parent company in a move that helped the men’s team comply with the Premier League’s profit and sustainability rules (PSR) in 2023-24.—
Matt Slater,
New York Times,
19 Apr. 2025
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The top attorney for a California board that enforces labor rules said Thursday that Gov. Gavin Newsom’s office may have violated state law over its handling of an order directing many public employees to work in person four days a week.—
Stephen Hobbs,
Sacbee.com,
18 Apr. 2025
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From legacy and loss to accountability and advocacy, here are some of stories making on the radar this week.—
Oumou Fofana,
Essence,
14 Apr. 2025
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Every contribution made through our GoFundMe will ease their financial burden and honor Deacon Eddie's incredible legacy of love and service.—
Emily Mae Czachor,
CBS News,
14 Apr. 2025
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“Heritage.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/heritage. Accessed 23 Apr. 2025.
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