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successor

[suhk-ses-er] / səkˈsɛs ər /


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Prolonging the Justice Department’s investigation could delay Senate approval of his successor and revive investor angst over the central bank’s independence.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

Under Fed regulations, the chair can serve “pro tempore” if a successor hasn’t been installed.

From Barron's • Apr. 15, 2026

Powell's term expires on 15 May, but he is planning to remain in post until his successor, Kevin Warsh, is confirmed by the Senate.

From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026

I would like for Mayor Karen Bass, or her successor, to do one of two things:

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 11, 2026

That example is straightforward, but consider this one: the apostle Peter had authority over the Church; the pope is Peter’s successor; therefore the pope has authority over the Church.

From "The Invention of Science" by David Wootton




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