Thesaurus results for LEGACIES

legacies

noun

plural of legacy

as in inheritances

something that is or may be inherited the old locket was part of the legacy from my great-great-grandmother

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Recent Examples of legacies Moncler highlighted the trailblazing careers and unique legacies of these artists. — Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 15 Oct. 2026 My research suggests that both Alito and Thomas care about their legacies. — The Conversation, 14 Oct. 2026 This must-read novel urges us to consider how struggles for resilience mold our individual and cultural legacies. — Literary Hub, 13 Oct. 2026 Antonin Tron and Drew Henry, the new designers at Balmain and Courrèges, respectively, have the unique challenge of reinvigorating two brands whose founders were instrumental to fashion but whose legacies are less widely understood today. — José Criales-Unzueta, Vanity Fair, 9 Oct. 2026 The names may be out of circulation, but storms including Ian, Ida, Igor, Ike, Inez, Ingrid, Iota, Irene, Irma, Isabel and Ivan left lasting legacies. — Robin Webb, Sun Sentinel, 8 Oct. 2026 Our mission is to build on these studios’ legacies as homes for the greatest filmmakers and storytellers. — Payton Turkeltaub, Variety, 7 Oct. 2026 Baton Rouge Councilman Anthony Kenney Jr 29, is one of the human legacies, taking advantage of the course offerings, training and opportunities at the center as a young student. — Gary Fields, Los Angeles Times, 6 Oct. 2026 Both have distinct identities, extraordinary legacies, and brands that have resonated with audiences for generations. — Brent Lang, IndieWire, 2 Oct. 2026

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inheritances

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Be ready for sudden changes that might affect banking, insurance issues, taxes, debt or inheritances.

— Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 9 Oct. 2026
Trent Von Ahsen of Cedar Point Capital Partners also told Fortune his clients are leaning on mentorship and phased wealth transfers rather than lump-sum inheritances.

— Sydney Lake, Fortune, 6 Oct. 2026

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