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Inherit

/ˌɪˈnhɛrət/
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(verb) To receive (property, a title, etc.), by legal succession or bequest after the previous owner's death.

I will inherit his estate.
Remember that we will inherit the results of your decisions.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The young princess will ____ the throne from her father when he chooses to step down.

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