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'inherit' in a sentence

Learn how to use 'inherit' with 12 example sentences.


inherit verb

: obtain from someone after their death

: receive from a predecessor

: receive by genetic transmission


  • I bought a house with the money I inherited from my grandfather.
  • The position of prime minister isn't inherited.
  • John inherited a large fortune.
  • We inherit our genes from our parents.
  • She inherited her mother's blue eyes.
  • Remember that we will inherit the results of your decisions.
  • None of you inherit anything.
  • Crowns are inherited, kingdoms are earned.
  • The entire colony will inherit the mutant DNA.
  • He just moved into an apartment he inherited from his parents.
  • Edward inherited his uncle's estate.
  • Teacher, what shall I do to inherit eternal life?
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