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something that is or may be inherited
Her watch is a family heirloom.
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Recent Examples of heirlooms
The place itself, of course, but also artefacts—photographs, diaries, heirlooms.
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Literary Hub, 6 Nov. 2025
Some families prefer a more-is-more approach to trimming the tree, with decades of nostalgic heirlooms and childhood crafts filling the branches.
—Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 5 Nov. 2025
Blanga, who previously worked in communications, and Capitani, an influencer and creative consultant, launched Eéra in 2019 out of their desire to modernize jewelry and create bold, contemporary heirlooms crafted from precious materials.
—Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 27 Oct. 2025
Regardless, this current fleet of modern heirlooms is sure to gleam on the water long after more tenuous trends have faded.
—Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 26 Oct. 2025
There are also family heirlooms on display, such as a letterman sweater belonging to Wong's father— after whom, together with his mother Agnes, the restaurant is named.
—Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 25 Oct. 2025
Austen sold family heirlooms, and Tate taught dance.
—Margaret Hetherman, NBC news, 19 Oct. 2025
While most family heirlooms are jewelry, photos, or furniture pieces, one Reddit user discovered a different type of family keepsake—a specific strain of garlic.
—Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Oct. 2025
Health-care directives, heirlooms, their house deed, a festive Thai princess ring—all pristine.
—Dana Goodyear, New Yorker, 22 Sep. 2025
Literary Hub, 6 Nov. 2025
Some families prefer a more-is-more approach to trimming the tree, with decades of nostalgic heirlooms and childhood crafts filling the branches.
—Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 5 Nov. 2025
Blanga, who previously worked in communications, and Capitani, an influencer and creative consultant, launched Eéra in 2019 out of their desire to modernize jewelry and create bold, contemporary heirlooms crafted from precious materials.
—Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 27 Oct. 2025
Regardless, this current fleet of modern heirlooms is sure to gleam on the water long after more tenuous trends have faded.
—Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 26 Oct. 2025
There are also family heirlooms on display, such as a letterman sweater belonging to Wong's father— after whom, together with his mother Agnes, the restaurant is named.
—Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 25 Oct. 2025
Austen sold family heirlooms, and Tate taught dance.
—Margaret Hetherman, NBC news, 19 Oct. 2025
While most family heirlooms are jewelry, photos, or furniture pieces, one Reddit user discovered a different type of family keepsake—a specific strain of garlic.
—Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Oct. 2025
Health-care directives, heirlooms, their house deed, a festive Thai princess ring—all pristine.
—Dana Goodyear, New Yorker, 22 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for heirlooms
gifts
Noun
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There are a lot of options when looking for gifts for 7-year-olds, but some of my favorites include the viral Wall Crawler Gecko, the Bop It, and a scary-cool blind box doll set.—
Anja Webb,
Parents,
6 Nov. 2025
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Before the busy holiday season is in full swing, shop the 50 best holiday gifts at Amazon.—
Isabel Garcia,
PEOPLE,
6 Nov. 2025
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“Heirlooms.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/heirlooms. Accessed 17 Nov. 2025.
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