inheriting

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"Non-Mendelian patterns of inheriting epigenetics could be a faster way to acquire diverse or new traits than alterations in the genomic sequence itself, especially in response to environmental pressures," says Andrew Feinberg, M.D.,

From Science Daily • Jun. 1, 2026

Their Pastef party comfortably won the 2024 elections on a promise of a profound political shake-up, vowing to fight corruption and inheriting an economy mired in debt.

From Barron's • May 24, 2026

Tuesday’s consumer inflation data for April show he is inheriting one of the most difficult monetary tasks since Paul Volcker took over from G. William Miller in 1979.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 12, 2026

Dealing with inheriting the captaincy from a respected figure in the squad who was staying at the club - Fernandes at Manchester United, Rooney at DC United.

From BBC • Apr. 24, 2026

It was hard not to fantasize about inheriting the estate.

From "Fablehaven" by Brandon Mull