hereditary

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Like many chronic afflictions, Mets fandom can be hereditary or acquired.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 27, 2026

Lord Carrington became a hereditary member of the Lords in 2018, after winning a by-election to replace a retired peer.

From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026

The remaining 92 hereditary seats in the Lords will be abolished at the end of the parliamentary session, expected in April or May.

From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026

The BBC understands the Duke of Norfolk accepts the will of Parliament to get rid of hereditary peers but believes it's right the ceremonial roles should continue.

From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026

It has got to be hereditary because not only do I have this problem, but my grandfather, my dad, and his mom had this problem also.

From "The Freedom Writers Diary" by The Freedom Writers