- plural of heir.
heirs
Example Sentences
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Elumelu, 63, is one of Africa's wealthiest people, chairing banking and investment firms including Heirs Holdings, Transcorp and United Bank for Africa.
From Barron's • May 13, 2026
Heirs have great freedom regarding what assets to disclaim, and how much.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026
Heirs can also fill out a small-estate application if the assets in the deceased person’s name do not exceed a certain amount, which varies by state.
From MarketWatch • Nov. 18, 2025
Heirs have been accused of using company coffers like their personal piggy banks.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 5, 2024
"I need you to consider doing this for me. I'll need an answer and a plan in eight days' time. By the Declaration of Heirs Ceremony, Charlotte must be awake. We must try."
From "The Belles" by Dhonielle Clayton
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