inherits
- present tense form of inherit (3rd person singular).
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
Intestacy rules provide a pecking order for who inherits a person's assets when they die without a will, but currently do not recognise unmarried partners.
From BBC • Jul. 4, 2026
What is the best option so that he inherits the house without it going through probate?
From MarketWatch • Jun. 4, 2026
The minutes are the last under Chair Powell, as incoming Chair Warsh inherits a policy debate amid elevated oil prices.
From Barron's • May 20, 2026
Here’s what Warsh inherits as he steps into the role:
From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026
The next part of the will would read: "Whichsoever pair made the most money with the ten thousand dollars inherits the whole estate."
From "The Westing Game" by Ellen Raskin
