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[in-her-it] / ɪnˈhɛr ɪt /


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

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 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

But he also noted that Warsh would inherit significant challenges.

From Barron's • Mar. 27, 2026

"Faith, service and responsibility are themes that have long shaped the role he will one day inherit, and they are things he approaches in his own thoughtful way," they added.

From BBC • Mar. 22, 2026

"His Highness would not be your son if he did not inherit your conditions. It would grieve your Majesty more if he had to be reproved for the opposite fault."

From "The Horse and His Boy" by C.S. Lewis




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