predecessor
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His predecessor Joe Biden was 82 when he left office.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 31, 2026
Los Angeles County Sheriff Robert Luna unseated his predecessor Alex Villanueva in a hard-fought campaign four years ago.
From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026
In response, Sir Keir told broadcasters he agreed with his predecessor "that we should be having a discussion about policy and ideas".
From BBC • May 28, 2026
Phillips, who was Talley’s predecessor as Collins’ chief of staff, is currently under investigation by the House Ethics Committee over allegations that he hired his girlfriend for a no-show job and otherwise misused official funds.
From Slate • May 28, 2026
Like its ancient predecessor, whose red marble halls were now the haunt of bats and spiders, the Meereenese pyramid boasted three-and-thirty levels, that number being somehow sacred to the gods of Ghis.
From "A Dance with Dragons" by George R. R. Martin
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