succeeded

Example Sentences

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He might have succeeded, but an editor who had gone to school with Jones recognised him and knew of his convictions for fraud.

From BBC

At the final whistle, Arsenal manager Arteta, who succeeded Emery as Gunners boss, shared a brief embrace with his backroom staff before going to the opposing dugout to greet his fellow Spaniard.

From Barron's

Venture Global has succeeded in building LNG plants faster than any other player, using modular construction techniques that allow its process to be replicated quickly.

From Barron's

Moore noted that scientists have discussed using bioluminescence to study brain activity for decades, but until now, no one had succeeded in making the light bright enough for detailed imaging.

From Science Daily

Karen’s lawyer succeeded in getting an emergency stay at the 11th hour until a court of appeals judge can review her case further.

From The Wall Street Journal