Meaning & use
succession
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A series of people or things following one another in order, or the process of inheriting a title, office, or property.
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The country experienced a rapid succession of leadership changes.
The prince was next in line of succession to the throne.
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Often paired with 'in succession' (one after another) or 'line of succession' (order of inheritance).
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