Continue
Continue verb - To remain indefinitely in existence or in the same state.
Perpetuate is a synonym for continue in maintain topic. In some cases you can use "Perpetuate" instead a verb "Continue".
Perpetuate
Perpetuate verb - Cause to continue or prevail.
Usage example: perpetuate a myth
Continue is a synonym for perpetuate in state topic. You can use "Continue" instead a verb "Perpetuate", if it concerns topics such as maintain, keep going, keep alive.
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Enough that people that continue to perpetuate it are treated with the same respect as a Troll, although many times they merely made an honest mistake.
Source: Fandom Berserk Button -
It would also continue to perpetuate the conflict while the manipulator prepares to reap the rewards (best-case scenario) or get out of dodge (bad scenario).
Source: Playing Both Sides
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