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perpetrate

/pərˈpɛtrɪt/ verb · British & US
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What does perpetrate mean?

verb

To commit or carry out a crime or wrongdoing, or to cause something to happen or continue.

Example

"The company was accused of perpetrating a scam on unsuspecting investors."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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