inherit

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It’s a study of what we inherit from our parents.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

If confirmed as Bank of Korea governor, Shin Hyun-song will inherit a challenging economic backdrop: weak domestic growth, a pressured won and renewed geopolitical tensions that risk triggering an inflation shock as energy prices rise.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 27, 2026

But he also noted that Warsh would inherit significant challenges.

From Barron's • Mar. 27, 2026

She’ll inherit in her mid-60s, probably after her peak earning years, after her kids are grown, after the critical wealth-building window has closed.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 27, 2026

Whatever children inherit from their parents—habits, skills, genes, contacts, money—seems to matter more today.

From "Class Matters" by The New York Times