succeeding
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Next described the decision as a "landmark victory" succeeding on the "key issue of basic pay".
From BBC ● Sep. 7, 2026
Separately on Thursday, Gap named Francis as CEO of Old Navy, succeeding Haio Barbeito, who will transition into an advisory role.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 27, 2026
Throughout Stokes' tenure as England captain, the question loomed of how anyone would eventually go about succeeding him.
From BBC ● Aug. 26, 2026
Parton and my mom taught that literacy was key to succeeding — Mami regularly took us to the library, while Dolly created a nonprofit that provides free books to young children, including Spanish-language options.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 26, 2026
Apparently Dr. Schultz, who was running the lessons, did not realize how well they were succeeding.
From "Mrs. Frisby and the Rats of NIMH" by Robert C. O'Brien
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