inherit

Example Sentences

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It’s a study of what we inherit from our parents.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

She’ll inherit in her mid-60s, probably after her peak earning years, after her kids are grown, after the critical wealth-building window has closed.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 27, 2026

But he also noted that Warsh would inherit significant challenges.

From Barron's • Mar. 27, 2026

"Faith, service and responsibility are themes that have long shaped the role he will one day inherit, and they are things he approaches in his own thoughtful way," they added.

From BBC • Mar. 22, 2026

Cathy’s father will have to fly to France one day and find her great great distant grand cousin on her father’s side and inherit the family house.

From "The House on Mango Street" by Sandra Cisneros