perpetuates

[US]/pəˈpɛtʃueɪts/
[UK]/pərˈpɛtʃuˌeɪts/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

v.to cause something to continue indefinitely; to make something permanent or long-lasting

Phrases & Collocations

perpetuates inequality

perpetuates stereotypes

perpetuates violence

perpetuates conflict

perpetuates tradition

perpetuates cycle

perpetuates fear

perpetuates myth

perpetuates poverty

perpetuates stigma

Example Sentences

the media often perpetuates stereotypes about different cultures.

this policy perpetuates inequality in our society.

his actions perpetuate a cycle of violence.

the novel perpetuates the myth of the american dream.

education can either challenge or perpetuate existing norms.

she believes that fear perpetuates ignorance.

the documentary highlights how history perpetuates itself.

social media often perpetuates unrealistic beauty standards.

the organization aims to break the cycle that perpetuates poverty.

traditions can sometimes perpetuate outdated practices.

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