accession

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With even weaker religious credentials than his father, Mr. Khamenei owes his accession to the hereditary principle despised by the 1979 revolution.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 9, 2026

When Iceland's accession negotiations were paused, 27 of the 33 chapters had been opened, and 11 had been concluded, according to the government.

From Barron's • Mar. 6, 2026

King Charles III’s popularity hovered around 70% in the aftermath of his accession before settling in at around 60%.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 5, 2026

Demonstrators against the Georgian government's suspension of its European Union accession bid have complained of other symptoms too - shortness of breath, coughing, and vomiting that lasted for weeks.

From BBC • Nov. 30, 2025

Emma spoke her pity so very kindly, that with a sudden accession of gay thought, he cried,

From "Emma" by Jane Austen