- present tense form of perpetuate (3rd person singular).
perpetuates
Example Sentences
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The back-and-forth fosters confusion but also distrust, she said: "It further perpetuates the myth of like, the sketchy abortion doctor in the back alley."
From Barron's ● May 10, 2026
"Our tax system created it and perpetuates it. People like me should pay more, it's as simple as that."
From BBC ● Nov. 19, 2025
“It perpetuates the problem. It creates a false equality, by eliminating any opportunity to excel.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 22, 2025
That means unlearning the language that perpetuates harm and stereotypes, and being more compassionate and humane across the board.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 10, 2025
It perpetuates the myth that the primary function of the system is to keep our streets safe and our homes secure by rooting out dangerous criminals and punishing them.
From "The New Jim Crow" by Michelle Alexander
