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as in inheritances
something that is or may be inherited
believed that the house was her birthright
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as in rights
something to which one has a just claim
the promotion is his birthright, after the work he put in
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Prior to the 2024 election, his clients had been racing to find ways to protect their wealth in case Democrats took control of Washington and taxed more of people’s inheritances, something several Democrats in Congress had proposed.—
Shannon Pettypiece,
NBC news,
9 Apr. 2026 -
Thanks to his many grandiose inheritances, Charles ruled over territory that today comprises Austria, much of northern Italy, the Low Countries, and Spain.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
25 Mar. 2026
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At this point, Lobo said the Sparks, who also have exclusive rights to re-sign All-Star guard Kelsey Plum through a core-qualifying offer, should lean into rebuilding as a championship contender through free agency rather than the draft.—
John Davis,
Daily News,
12 Apr. 2026
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The Cuban government announced the pardon of 2,000 prisoners earlier this month, but human-rights organizations said no political prisoners have been released so far.—
Nora Gámez Torres,
Miami Herald,
12 Apr. 2026
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Take the time to stroll through the California Hall of Frame highlighting the lives and legacies of the most recent class of inductees.—
Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado
April 6,
Sacbee.com,
6 Apr. 2026
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The Indian Ocean trade ensured that spices like cloves and nutmeg became integral to pickling recipes worldwide, enriching their flavor profiles and preserving their cultural legacies.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
31 Mar. 2026
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“Birthrights.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/birthrights. Accessed 13 Apr. 2026.
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