Perpetuating Meaning in English
word · lemma: perpetuate
Definition
Causing something, especially a situation or belief, to continue or last for a long time without ending.
Usage & Nuances
Usually formal or academic; often refers to actions or attitudes that make negative things (like stereotypes, problems, or myths) last longer. Common collocations: 'perpetuating a myth', 'perpetuating inequality'. Not typically used for positive things in everyday speech.
Example Sentences
The media is perpetuating stereotypes about young people.
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Telling these stories is perpetuating a harmful myth.
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By ignoring the problem, we’re just perpetuating it.
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He keeps making excuses, perpetuating the cycle of blame.
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They are perpetuating old traditions in their family.
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Sometimes, without realizing it, we end up perpetuating the very things we want to change.
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