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inheritance

noun as in possession gained through someone's death

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The parents tried to ensure inheritances were equal.

In Wednesday's budget the chancellor announced spouses would be able to transfer any of their £1m allowance before inheritance tax kicks in between partners.

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However as Reeves addressed the nation, farmers took to the streets in central London, protesting changes to inheritance tax rules announced in last year's budget.

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Learning smart financial habits could be the best part of this $300,000 inheritance.

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Their estate plan includes inheritances for their three adult children.

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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