inherited
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When Ahlhauser died in March 2016, O’Meara and her five siblings inherited hundreds of their father’s yellow Kodak photo boxes.
From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026
The findings suggest that early animals created the first blood cells by reusing genetic material inherited from ancient single-celled ancestors.
From Science Daily • May 27, 2026
When he died in 2013, Mayes, an only child, inherited the oil company, and the wealth that came with it.
From Salon • May 23, 2026
He says it is essential to be aware of any heart issues and inherited conditions so that other family members can be tested to find out if they are also at risk.
From BBC • May 22, 2026
Later, he inherited a fortune of $3 million, and he used part of the money to build Riverbank.
From "The Woman All Spies Fear" by Amy Butler Greenfield
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Genetics - Middle School
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Genetics - High School
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STAAR Biology: Biological Evolution and Classification
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