inherit; carry on; succeed
Meanings
3 senses · 10 examplesverb
to inherit (legally); to succeed to (property, title, etc.)
Used in legal contexts regarding the transfer of property, rights, or titles after death.
According to the will, he inherited all of his father's property.
Children enjoy equal rights of inheritance.
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She is the sole heir to this duke.
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to inherit; to carry on; to take over (tradition, culture, knowledge, style)
Broader usage than the legal sense; emphasizes the continuity of intangible heritage, values, or academic knowledge.
We must inherit and carry forward the fine traditions of the Chinese nation.
This painter inherited the artistic style of Impressionism.
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Inheriting cultural heritage is the responsibility of every generation.
He inherited his father's musical talent.
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to continue; to carry forward (the cause, undertaking, or unfulfilled task of predecessors)
formalOften used in formal or political contexts, emphasizing the continuation of a mission or revolutionary cause.
We must carry forward the unfulfilled wishes of the martyrs and strive for the prosperity and strength of our motherland.
The younger generation has the responsibility to continue the unfinished cause of their predecessors.
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This research work was carried on by his students.