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NOUN
takeover bid
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Sir Charlie's comments come as pressure grows on Andy Burnham, who is widely expected to take over as prime minister later this month, to reduce the UK's welfare bill to free up money elsewhere.

From BBC • Jul. 3, 2026

There is an unsecured process for doing this, designed to make it easier for new owners to take over from previous ones.

From BBC • Jul. 1, 2026

Even though Davis is repeatedly asked who will take over from Rufus, she rebuffs the question.

From Barron's • Jul. 1, 2026

Seventy artists take over more than 80 hospital rooms across four full floors, creating site-specific immersive environments.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 29, 2026

“I’ve asked to take over so I can give ye a glimpse at what we do here.”

From "Amari and the Night Brothers" by B.B. Alston




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