be bequeathed
Example Sentences
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The property was listed earlier this month despite rumours that it would be bequeathed to the state of NSW, and reportedly took a little more than two weeks to sell.
From The Guardian • Sep. 27, 2018
It was designed so cultural objects could be bequeathed to the nation instead of cash.
From Forbes • Sep. 10, 2014
He should be bequeathed to the National Trust before he is past saving.
From The Guardian • Nov. 21, 2012
Rosanne Cash, daughter of Johnny Cash, sang a soulful “Pretty Boy Floyd,” while her very presence reiterated that music is a tradition to be bequeathed.
From Time • Oct. 15, 2012
A copyright may also be conveyed by operation of law and may be bequeathed by will or pass as personal property by the applicable laws of intestate succession.
From Copyright Basics by Library of Congress. Copyright Office
