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succession

[suhk-sesh-uhn] / səkˈsɛʃ ən /
NOUN
continuation
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Peru has seen presidents fall in rapid succession, weakening institutions and the state's ability to respond.

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

They released a quick succession of albums — “Caught in the Act,” “Movin’ On” and “Hot on the Tracks” — catapulting the band to mainstream success.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026

Despite the delay to the initial delivery, the subsequent planes will arrive in quick succession, allowing the airline to return to its original schedule by November, she said.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026

Although aggressive succession systems are often considered too costly to last, the study suggests they can still work if some individuals compensate by maintaining essential tasks.

From Science Daily • May 26, 2026

Luckily for these species, succession is often interrupted—Nature does not move in lockstep.

From "1491" by Charles C. Mann




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