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succeed

Pronunciation: [səkˈsid]

Word

Learn how to use succeed in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “achievement”

(verb) to do something well and reach a goal you wanted. It's like when you study hard for a test, and you get a good grade because of your efforts.

Example

She succeeded in finishing her project on time.

Example

He did not succeed in passing the exam this time.

Example

Did they succeed in winning the game?

Context: “position or role”

(verb) to take over a position or role from someone else, like when a new king or queen follows the old one. It’s like when a student becomes the class president after the previous one leaves.

Example

After the old president retired, she succeeded him in office.

Example

He did not succeed the previous leader as expected.

Example

Who will succeed her as the new captain of the team?

How to pronounce succeed

Pronunciation: [səkˈsid]

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