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legacy

[leg-uh-see] / ˈlɛg ə si /


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We had no interest in being a legacy act or whatever they call people who don’t make records anymore and tour behind what they used to do.

From Los Angeles Times • May 18, 2026

Trout decided years ago to tie his legacy to the Angels.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 17, 2026

In 2021, Suriname-born artist Jeangu Macrooy addressed slavery, racism, and the colonial legacy in his performance.

From Barron's • May 16, 2026

Analysts said its huge size and legacy nature make it difficult to adapt quickly to fast dips and rises in EV demand.

From BBC • May 14, 2026

If hindsight enhances our appreciation for the solidity and stability of the republican legacy, it also blinds us to the truly stunning improbability of the achievement itself.

From "Founding Brothers: The Revolutionary Generation" by Joseph J. Ellis




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