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inheritance

NounSuru VerbTransitive Verb

Definitions

1. succession
2. inheritance
3. Inheritance

This noun refers to the legal process of inheriting property, assets, or rights from a deceased person. It is commonly used in legal and family contexts, such as when discussing wills or estate planning.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Wait, even the cat counts as part of the inheritance?!

Sentence 2

Apparently the daughter inherited the family business next door.

Sentence 3

Would it be okay if I said I want to inherit Grandpa's watch?

Sentence 4

The old storehouse was inherited by the grandchild, who still looks after it.

Sentence 5

"Is waiving an inheritance easy?" my coworker whispered.