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Recent Examples of inheritance
Set against intimate domestic spaces and the Oslo skyline, the movie explores loneliness, abandonment and the emotional inheritance passed through generations.
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Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 5 Jan. 2026
Similarly, Urbano’s gigantic tableau vivant calls up an indeterminate realm that contains both truth and fiction—in this case, not only to materialize allegorical motifs but also to comment on changing notions of masculinity, gender, and the patriarchal inheritance of art and architecture.
—Javier Montes, Artforum, 1 Jan. 2026
The state has no inheritance or estate taxes.
—Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 30 Dec. 2025
Make it inside and the contestant receives a $10,000 inheritance (the prize boosted substantially after initially being $1,000).
—Kirk Kenney, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 Dec. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for inheritance
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The transition to the E-130J reflects a broader trend in uplifting legacy strategic communication systems to platforms that can better accommodate evolving technology, threats, and mission requirements.—
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In a statement, a town spokesperson said the event's legacy will continue in new ways.—
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After the following season, Carlisle resigned in Dallas and left for Indianapolis — and Chu followed, at Carlisle’s bequest.—
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The tribute was made possible by Talley’s bequest of personal garments, accessories, photographs and more to the SCAD permanent collection.—
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The families exchanged Christmas cookies as a parting gift.—
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Target even launched its own chatbot dedicated to helping consumers find holiday gifts.—
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“Inheritance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inheritance. Accessed 20 Jan. 2026.
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