heir
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The departure of Fidji Simo, Sam Altman’s heir apparent, prompted a reshuffle of responsibilities among the CEO’s top deputies.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 1, 2026
So call it a quiet, workmanlike beginning for the 13th player taken in the NFL draft, a quarterback the Rams ostensibly chose to become Matthew Stafford’s heir apparent.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 27, 2026
The comparisons to Messi are inevitable and the stats suggest Lamine Yamal is on his way to becoming a worthy heir to the player many consider the greatest ever.
From BBC ● Jul. 19, 2026
As his only sister and his closest living relative, you would be legal heir to his estate if he died intestate — without a will.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 17, 2026
The kingdom of Orléans will learn of the queen's illness and will have an heir announced this week, either Sophia or an awakened Charlotte.
From "The Belles" by Dhonielle Clayton
The worry you have about your tax rates versus the tax rates of your heirs is legitimate, but it doesn’t necessarily need to be acted on right now.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 6, 2026
The two events converged in a coincidence of summer timing, and not only because they reflect ancient and modern cultural divergences among the peoples who are the heirs to a common classical heritage.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 27, 2026
Roth balances also can pass to heirs undepleted by age-related mandatory withdrawals that apply to traditional accounts.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 22, 2026
There has long been public concern over the lack of male heirs in the imperial family - along with debate over whether women should be allowed to take the throne.
From BBC ● Jul. 17, 2026
Grace Windsor Wexler was no longer surprised at the odd assortment of heirs.
From "The Westing Game" by Ellen Raskin
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