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perpetuation

[per-pech-oo-ey-shuhn] / pərˌpɛtʃ uˈeɪ ʃən /












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Vinit’s sister-in-law describes the perpetuation of his life, especially if his bodily autonomy is indeed being transferred to his ex-wife’s decision-making, as “cruel.”

From Slate ● Dec. 8, 2025

Kenvue said in a statement that it was "deeply concerned by the perpetuation of misinformation on the safety of acetaminophen and the potential impact that could have on the health of American women and children".

From BBC ● Oct. 28, 2025

Like the majority, I find myself morally unable to endorse the perpetuation of this mass atrocity.

From Seattle Times ● Mar. 8, 2024

For decades, the trend has induced anxiety among Jewish leaders in America who fret that it threatens the perpetuation of the Jewish people.

From New York Times ● Feb. 8, 2024

Their professional prestige, sometimes their very jobs depend on the perpetuation of chemical methods.

From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson




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