inherited

Example Sentences

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When that happens, “A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms” transforms from an origin story into a heartfelt critique of inherited power’s worth against the oaken will of a simple man fueled by duty and honor.

From Salon

A DfE spokesperson said the government had inherited a children's social care system "unable to meet the needs" of vulnerable children, but it was "taking action" to reform the sector.

From BBC

The government said it was unacceptable, but it was still dealing with the legacy it inherited.

From BBC

In more than 85 percent of these cases, the condition is caused by inherited changes in DNA.

From Science Daily

At MoMA, which with the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences inherited Meyer’s archives, it screened to a sold-out house.

From The Wall Street Journal