inherit from

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Indicates the source or person from whom something is inherited.

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Examples (10)

  • She inherited a large sum of money from her grandmother.
  • He inherited his artistic talent from his father.
  • The company inherited significant debts from the previous management.
  • Children often inherit certain characteristics from their parents.
  • We inherited this old house from our ancestors.
  • The new system will inherit many features from its predecessor.
  • Did you inherit your love of reading from anyone?
  • He was surprised to inherit an antique watch from an unknown relative.
  • Future generations will inherit the consequences from our actions today.
  • The tradition has been inherited from generation to generation.