successor

Example Sentences

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Trump is considering nominating EPA head Lee Zeldin as Bondi’s successor, according to people familiar with the matter.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 2, 2026

Leo was chosen as his successor on May 8.

From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026

For starters, the law allows members of the board to remain in place until their successor is confirmed by the Senate and ready to take over.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 29, 2026

The appointment of former Italy and AC Milan midfielder Gennaro Gattuso as his successor was a surprise, left-field choice.

From BBC • Mar. 25, 2026

“Oh, I know. You tried to train a successor and it failed. Why? Why did that remind them?”

From "The Giver" by Lois Lowry