Often used when inheritance is a surprise or unearned, highlighting a sudden change in wealth.

Unexpected Gains

Can refer to non-monetary legacies, like traditions, titles, or roles within a family.

Not Always Money

The phrase doesn't mean moving physically, but gaining something in a figurative way.

Used to describe naturally occurring changes in life or a person's growth.

May imply accepting new duties, like taking over a family business

Often used to talk about entering new periods or phases in one's life.

Implies a literal, often unintentional, meeting or touching of surfaces.

This sense can involve impact and sometimes suggests an accident or incident.

Can suggest careful navigation into a physical space like a dock or harbor.