- present participle of inherit.
inheriting
Example Sentences
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While Sally seems worried about her daughters inheriting her powers, the clip also hints that there might be some happier times ahead.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 24, 2026
The choice is watching grandchildren struggle for 30 years then inheriting money when it matters least, or strategic funding now that may compound into generational wealth.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026
"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
Stacey is one of hundreds of people who contacted the BBC after families said they were being left with hefty bills when inheriting retirement properties.
From BBC • May 22, 2026
Turtle and Theo had decided against having children because of the possibility of inheriting Chris's disease.
From "The Westing Game" by Ellen Raskin
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