- plural of heir.
heirs
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Probate typically has a minimum amount of time before closing, so creditors have an opportunity to come forward and file claims for outstanding debts before the assets can be distributed to heirs.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 6, 2026
In 2004, a private investment group with a stake in Wawa, backed by the McNeil family, the Tylenol heirs, pushed hard to take Wawa public.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 31, 2026
Roth balances also can pass to heirs undepleted by age-related mandatory withdrawals that apply to traditional accounts.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 22, 2026
If the new ETF goes into your estate, your heirs will inherit it at its market value on your date of death.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 17, 2026
The judge remained seated, watching the remaining heirs, who were watching Otis Amber.
From "The Westing Game" by Ellen Raskin
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