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Posthumous

usgb/ˈpɑːstʃəməs/Volume
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Post-Life Achievement

Used to describe honors given after death, often acknowledging lifetime contributions.

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She received a posthumous medal for her services.
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Legacy Continuation

Indicates the continuing impact of someone's work or influence after they've died.

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His theories gained posthumous significance in the field.
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Published After Death

Refers to works released after the creator's death, often not intended initially.

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The poet's posthumous collection featured her unpublished poems.
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