bequest

Example Sentences

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I have one daughter who is well off, having received a generous bequest through my deceased sister’s will.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 12, 2026

In 1838 the U.S. received more than $500,000 from that bequest.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 3, 2025

British scientist James Smithson’s bequest was intended to support “the increase and diffusion of knowledge.”

From Salon • Aug. 22, 2025

The case landed in the Court of Chancery - where Elizabeth argued her late husband had no power to grant Shakespeare's home and mentioned her grandfather's bequest to her mother.

From BBC • Aug. 22, 2025

He died soon after making this bequest of his life’s work to the stunned younger man, who only weeks before had been a penniless refugee.

From "The Scientists" by John Gribbin