succeed

Example Sentences

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He succeeds Andrew Warren, who has served as interim CFO since June.

From The Wall Street Journal

The changes are set to take effect March 31, when Braun succeeds James Quincey as CEO, said the company.

From The Wall Street Journal

But much as it’s exciting to watch the group come together, and exhilarating in the good old-fashioned let’s-put-on-a-show way to see them succeed onstage, it’s a pleasure just to watch the actors at work.

From Los Angeles Times

“Whether these steps succeed remains uncertain, but the intent to tackle energy, housing, and financing head-on is unmistakable,” wrote Seth Meyer, portfolio manager at Janus Henderson.

From Barron's

“Whether these steps succeed remains uncertain, but the intent to tackle energy, housing, and financing head-on is unmistakable,” wrote Seth Meyer, portfolio manager at Janus Henderson.

From Barron's