stead
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But the long history of spousal and familial succession in Congress also means we also have plenty of examples of how Graham might behave in her brother’s stead.
From Slate ● Jul. 24, 2026
Bruce Broussard, a member of the company’s board of directors since 2021, has been acting as interim CEO in his stead.
From Barron's ● May 27, 2026
Another man shouted on the phone, exhorting a family member to leave and that he would go in and take his stead.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 5, 2026
In his stead, Van Der Beek surprised the audience with a video message.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 11, 2026
He had brought along all three of his brigade commanders: Armi- stead, Garnett and Kemper.
From "The Killer Angels: The Classic Novel of the Civil War" by Michael Shaara
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