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succeeding

American  
[suhk-see-ding] / səkˈsi dɪŋ /

adjective

  1. being that which follows; subsequent; ensuing.

    laws to benefit succeeding generations.

    Synonyms:
    following, coming
    Antonyms:
    prior, previous, preceding

Other Word Forms

Etymology

Origin of succeeding

First recorded in 1555–65; succeed + -ing 1

Example Sentences

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Don’t bet on his arguments succeeding in court if Kalshi sues Wisconsin.

From Slate Jul. 27, 2026

Rafael Márquez, a former FC Barcelona star and one of the greatest players in Mexican national team history, is succeeding Aguirre after serving as one of his assistant coaches.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 12, 2026

Of players to put their kick to their right, 73% have scored, with 71% netting when they go left and only 58% succeeding with a central kick.

From BBC Jul. 11, 2026

In May, JPMorgan announced a reshuffling of its investment-banking division and named ⁠Charlie Bouckaert as its global head of M&A, succeeding Anu Aiyengar.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 8, 2026

That meant Ambrose would know how close he had come to succeeding.

From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss

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