as in hereditary
genetically passed or capable of being passed from parent to offspring
hair color is inherited
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Adjective
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Additional scientific evidence backing up the hereditary component of PCOS includes:9 Approximately 25% of people with PCOS have a mother with PCOS.—
Laura Young,
Verywell Health,
22 Jan. 2025 -
Whether recipients are preparing for a family, seeking peace of mind about hereditary cancer risks, or simply exploring what genetic screening can offer, this gift provides a thoughtful and future-focused approach to giving.—
Hilary Tetenbaum,
USA TODAY,
8 Jan. 2025
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In Oaklawn Cemetery, officials found some remains with enough genetic material to create DNA profiles, which were linked to surnames in multiple states.—
Joseph Rushmore,
New York Times,
19 Jan. 2025
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Avoid sharing personal items like razors Liver disease can sometimes be genetic.—
Cristina Mutchler,
Health,
18 Jan. 2025
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That kind of inherent understanding of a community in a specific geographical area, and the intricacies of their struggles, can’t be researched, only witnessed firsthand.—
Carlos Aguilar,
Variety,
27 Jan. 2025
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To operate a dangerous vehicle is not an inherent right but a privilege, and one that can be taken away for those who don’t exercise it responsibly.—
New York Daily News Editorial Board,
New York Daily News,
25 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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In Germany, courts ruled that Facebook had to give a deceased person’s family access to their account, saying that digital accounts should be treated as inheritable property, like a bank account or house.—
Patrick van Esch,
The Conversation,
8 Jan. 2025
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And, despite the fierce debate over pensions, the text was fuzzy on whether old-age savings would be inheritable.—
Andres Velasco,
Foreign Affairs,
28 Sep. 2022
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