succession

Example Sentences

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With these patterns occurring so close in succession, the risk/reward scenario for a long entry here makes sense.

From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026

The students called for more permanent teachers to be appointed, saying they had been taught by a succession of supply staff in a number of subjects.

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026

Satellite imagery taken in the days after the strike shows at least four buildings destroyed in quick succession.

From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026

The U.S. seems on track to remain the world’s premier engine of innovation and material progress despite a succession of presidents each of whom was regrettable in his own way.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 24, 2026

She patted him on the shoulder three times in quick succession.

From "Not Nothing" by Gayle Forman