succeeding

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What’s Next: The Senate is expected to vote as early as today to confirm Warsh as the next Fed chair, succeeding Jerome Powell, whose term in that role ends on Friday.

From Barron's • May 13, 2026

Since succeeding Bob Iger in March, D’Amaro has pushed the company to use technology to move faster and reach customers online.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 6, 2026

Berkshire has just gone through a succession at its helm, with Greg Abel succeeding Buffett as chief executive in January.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 5, 2026

Chesney echoed the sentiment, saying building on the intensity and development from the spring, rather than starting again during the summer, will be key to the Bruins succeeding during the season.

From Los Angeles Times • May 2, 2026

“You’re such a charmer, Julius. What’s the matter? Are you jealous because I’m succeeding where you failed?”

From "Artemis Fowl" by Eoin Colfer