as in to perform
to carry through (as a process) to completion
the anonymity of the Web allows pranksters to perpetrate their hoaxes with impunity
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Recent Examples of perpetrate
The prolific musician meant the act as a protest of child abuse both perpetrated and covered up by the Catholic Church in Ireland, a scandal the church eventually admitted to, but the backlash was swift and intense.
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EW.com, 17 Feb. 2025
These are real attacks that could work, perpetrated by true believers (like Vice President J.D. Vance) who genuinely think the president should rule like a king.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 14 Feb. 2025
The far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party, has gained momentum after capitalizing on growing anti-immigration sentiment among some voters – following a string of deadly attacks allegedly perpetrated by migrants last winter.
—Sebastian Shukla, CNN, 13 Feb. 2025
The violence perpetrated by working-class white men was in response to America’s first Army draft, which forced men to join the Union Army during the Civil War.
—Jay Mwamba, New York Daily News, 1 Feb. 2025
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EW.com, 17 Feb. 2025
These are real attacks that could work, perpetrated by true believers (like Vice President J.D. Vance) who genuinely think the president should rule like a king.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 14 Feb. 2025
The far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party, has gained momentum after capitalizing on growing anti-immigration sentiment among some voters – following a string of deadly attacks allegedly perpetrated by migrants last winter.
—Sebastian Shukla, CNN, 13 Feb. 2025
The violence perpetrated by working-class white men was in response to America’s first Army draft, which forced men to join the Union Army during the Civil War.
—Jay Mwamba, New York Daily News, 1 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for perpetrate
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Variety has learned exclusively that the ceremony will perform a special tribute of the iconic songs of the James Bond franchise at Sunday’s Academy Awards in honor of longtime producers Barbara Broccoli and Michael G. Wilson, who received Honorary Oscars at the past Governors Awards.—
Clayton Davis,
Variety,
27 Feb. 2025
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Other performances were more obviously cathartic, such as the aptly named ‘Emergency Concert’ performed by Treppenhaus Quartet from Germany.—
Anna Haines,
Forbes,
27 Feb. 2025
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The episode captures Brandt’s tireless dedication, from lacing up her pointe shoes to executing perfect pirouettes in the middle of a New York City street.—
Lilah Ramzi,
Vogue,
4 Mar. 2025
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The crime Sigmon, 67, is being executed for the 2001 baseball bat killings of his ex-girlfriend's parents at their home in Greenville County.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
4 Mar. 2025
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Running a bed and breakfast fulfills a long-time dream of hers.—
Jennifer Liu,
CNBC,
28 Feb. 2025
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The service will aim to fulfill the original mission of Fubo.—
Dade Hayes,
Deadline,
28 Feb. 2025
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Our seven-part guide has helpful hints to achieve better sleep. CNN — I’m captivated by my new personal health tracker, a Christmas gift from my husband.—
Sandee LaMotte,
CNN,
10 Mar. 2025
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On March 8, the Mavs achieved this rare double-double.—
Mac Engel,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
10 Mar. 2025
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Brown revealed her new platinum blonde ‘do at the start of the month, before giving her locks their red carpet debut at Sunday’s 2025 SAG Awards.—
Kirsty Hatcher,
People.com,
28 Feb. 2025
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The extraditions were done at the request of the U.S. government as President Donald Trump’s tariff deadline looms.—
Greg Wehner,
Fox News,
28 Feb. 2025
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Seattle general manager John Schneider has expressed apprehension about making those sorts of commitments.—
Michael-Shawn Dugar,
The Athletic,
11 Mar. 2025
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This focus allows businesses to sharpen their value proposition and make their message resonate.—
Sneha Lundia,
Forbes,
10 Mar. 2025
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Companies are required to send out a Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act (WARN) notice before implementing mass layoffs.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
1 Mar. 2025
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The real question is not whether AI can improve communication but whether organizations will implement it in a way that enhances authenticity rather than stifling it.—
Dr. Diane Hamilton,
Forbes,
1 Mar. 2025
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Hamilton is confident that Ferrari is committed to inclusion.—
Sean Gregory / London and Maranello,
TIME,
27 Feb. 2025
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During this time, Hackman committed to acting, joining the Pasadena Playhouse in California at age 22.—
Janine Henni,
People.com,
27 Feb. 2025
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“Perpetrate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/perpetrate. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.
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