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inheritance

noun

in-ˈher-ə-tən(t)s

Definition of inheritance

as in legacy

something that is or may be inherited a keen sense of humor was her inheritance from her mother

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Recent Examples of inheritance Whether planning for housing or healthcare in retirement or managing an inheritance, there are key steps to take to prepare for the opportunities and challenges ahead. — Angie O’Leary, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026 The inheritance of our names can feel empowering but also burdensome. — Chris Murphy, Vanity Fair, 21 Aug. 2026 Her fondness for their sweet-tartness was a family inheritance, passed down from her own mother, who was Syrian. — Rozina Ali, New Yorker, 21 Aug. 2026 Cash out now, enjoy your wealth and leave your inheritance to those of your own choosing. — Jason Lloyd, New York Times, 20 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for inheritance

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The chance to honor her legacy made for a poignant coincidence for an evening devoted to female power, and a reminder that, however much has changed since Steinem first began shaking things up, there is still plenty to do.

— Tiziana Cardini, Vogue, 4 Sep. 2026
Perhaps this is because the United States has been walking away from this legacy and this opportunity to lead.

— Anna Nelson, Foreign Affairs, 4 Sep. 2026

Definition of legacy

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Some conditions allowed by courts made bequests contingent on a beneficiary's being married, staying married, or being employed.

— Bob Carlson, Forbes.com, 28 Aug. 2026
Putin himself acknowledged the bequest, signing a directive to accept it as state property, and to find a building in which to exhibit it.

— George Nelson, Air Mail, 22 Aug. 2026

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