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inherit

[in-her-it] / ɪnˈhɛr ɪt /


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The generations that inherit large tranches of stock in a trust as an income beneficiary, for example, can live off the income generated without fearing drawbacks in the market.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 3, 2026

In mammals, offspring inherit one allele from each parent.

From Science Daily • Jun. 1, 2026

Mach will inherit Exquadrum’s work on Golden Dome, an effort to build a missile-defense shield that has become a signature defense priority for the administration, and which has been estimated to cost $1.2 trillion.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

That way, when the heirs inherit the highly appreciated stock, the cost basis will get reset to the current market value, effectively wiping out any capital-gains tax obligation on the assets up to that point.

From Barron's • May 16, 2026

The one drawback to being a musician's daughter—you inherit the family business.

From "What the Night Sings" by Vesper Stamper




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