perpetuate

Example Sentences

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As a dad now, Stephen's determined not to "perpetuate the cycle" with his own son and instead offer the security and emotional guidance he missed out on.

From BBC

“At the time,” Nacua posted on Instagram, “I had no idea this act was antisemitic in nature and perpetuated harmful stereotypes against Jewish people.”

From Los Angeles Times

We must not assume that liberty will perpetuate itself or that institutions will function without the trust and discipline of those they serve.

From The Wall Street Journal

At the risk of perpetuating a silly cliche, it’s not uncommon to hear people in Los Angeles refer to their psychics or mediums as casually as they refer to their therapists or masseuses.

From Los Angeles Times

I could no longer perpetuate a cycle of delusion, waiting for our right time to come.

From Los Angeles Times