succession

/səkˈsɛʃən/
noun
  1. A series of people or things coming one after another.
    • A succession of storms hit the coast last winter.
    • She won the championship for the third year in succession.
    • The king's eldest son is first in line for succession to the throne.
  2. The process by which someone takes over a position or role after another person.
    • The law determines the succession of property after a person dies.
    • The company has a clear plan for leadership succession.
    • After the CEO retired, the succession was smooth and orderly.
  3. The order in which people or things follow one another.
    • Please list the names in succession, from oldest to youngest.
    • The succession of seasons is a natural cycle.
    • The succession of events led to a surprising outcome.
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