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birthright

noun

ˈbərth-ˌrīt

Definition of birthright

as in inheritance

something that is or may be inherited believed that the house was her birthright

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as in right

something to which one has a just claim the promotion is his birthright, after the work he put in

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Recent Examples of birthright These are public lands that are owned by all of us as a birthright. — Natalie Krebs, Outdoor Life, 26 Aug. 2026 However, claiming his birthright means surviving the Renaissance’s most ruthless rival — his own family, who refuse to accept him. — Peter White, Deadline, 20 Aug. 2026 The nations that participate in these programs view a descendant’s citizenship as a birthright that can be activated by filing a few forms to prove their lineage. — Jessica Puckett, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 July 2026 In a country with as much wealth as ours, healthcare should be a human right to all people as a birthright. — Elijah Manley, Sun Sentinel, 9 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for birthright

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Alberto learns that his grandfather—whom his mother, Teresa (Lola Dueñas), was bitterly estranged from and never introduced her son to—has recently died and left him a curious inheritance, a mystery that needs untangling.

— Justin Chang, New Yorker, 3 Nov. 2026
That said, why are there questions about Charles’ inheritance swirling?

— Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 2 Nov. 2026

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Research on whether current or future AI systems could develop consciousness may further bolster the nascent AI rights movement.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 2 Nov. 2026
In the string of cases, Elias Law Group represented various voting rights groups and nonprofit organizations, rather than the states themselves, though the firm’s intervention strategy has helped the legal opposition.

— Mia Cathell, The Washington Examiner, 2 Nov. 2026

Definition of right

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The path runs all the way down to the Ritz-Carlton Aruba, where guests have signing privileges at its restaurants, including Casa Nonna New York, Divi Sushi Bar & Lounge, and BLT Steak.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Nov. 2026
In other words, even if every player is locked out when the season gets underway on March 24, Fox will still have to cough up $729 million for the privilege of not airing any live games.

— Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 6 Nov. 2026

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