children
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In that case, the daughter could disclaim all or part of the IRA and have it go directly to her children.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026
Born May 4, 1937, in Houston, the eldest of four children, Edwards grew up surrounded by racial segregation.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026
Australia has banned the use of social media by children under the age of 16.
From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026
For example, the primary beneficiary of an IRA might be the spouse, but the form would also name children as secondary beneficiaries and perhaps grandchildren after that.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026
Clare sprang toward the river, joining the screaming children.
From "The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest" by Aubrey Hartman
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