succeed

US /səkˈsiːd/

UK /səkˈsiːd/

1.

achieve the desired aim or result

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She worked hard to succeed in her career.

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The plan will succeed if everyone cooperates.

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prosper flourish thrive do well make good

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fail

2.

take over a throne, inheritance, office, or other position from

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The prince will succeed his father as king.

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She is expected to succeed to the presidency next year.

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inherit take over assume accede to come into

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precede