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Recent Examples of inheritance
Communication remains a major hurdle, particularly in Asia, where discussions around inheritance and wealth transfer are often considered taboo.
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Lee Ying Shan, CNBC, 29 May 2026
Through Lane’s story, the director notes, the film aims to capture not only the evolution of an actor, but also the living continuum of Broadway itself — the inheritance of stories, craft, memory, and artistic ambition passed from one generation to the next.
—Greg Evans, Deadline, 28 May 2026
Over a half trillion dollars worth of collectible cars are expected to be passed down via inheritance over the next 15 years, according to Bloomberg.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 26 May 2026
There needs to also be a prioritized effort to address affordability through long-term tax relief in the form of eliminating estate and inheritance taxes in Maryland.
—Baltimore Sun Staff, Baltimore Sun, 20 May 2026
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Lee Ying Shan, CNBC, 29 May 2026
Through Lane’s story, the director notes, the film aims to capture not only the evolution of an actor, but also the living continuum of Broadway itself — the inheritance of stories, craft, memory, and artistic ambition passed from one generation to the next.
—Greg Evans, Deadline, 28 May 2026
Over a half trillion dollars worth of collectible cars are expected to be passed down via inheritance over the next 15 years, according to Bloomberg.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 26 May 2026
There needs to also be a prioritized effort to address affordability through long-term tax relief in the form of eliminating estate and inheritance taxes in Maryland.
—Baltimore Sun Staff, Baltimore Sun, 20 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for inheritance
Noun
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The name Namia was also picked as a legacy for Nam’s two sons—the next generation.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
3 June 2026
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Years of degrading the Star Wars legacy with terrible, unwatchable streaming series and the disappointing end of the previous trilogy have taken their toll.—
Ian Miller OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
2 June 2026
Noun
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These findings hold true even when accounting for retirees who are planning to leave a bequest or who anticipate a long postretirement period.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
26 May 2026
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At the time the bequest was announced, Lee Kun-hee’s only son and corporate heir was in prison for bribery and other crimes; some have speculated that the donation created a favorable atmosphere for his eventual presidential pardon.—
Lori Waxman,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The order extends to books and materials on sale at the gift stores.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
3 June 2026
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The lobby is home to La Pistache, a corner candy store and patisserie that is the perfect place to pick up a box of lokum as a souvenir or gift.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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“Inheritance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inheritance. Accessed 4 Jun. 2026.
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