Every month, we take a look at a word in the headlines, in English, for your English. See more at The Word of the Month.
Definition
Successor (noun): A person or object that follows or ‘succeeds’ another (in office or position).
Example: The Minitel is such a marvel of modern technology that it has no successor.
Successors in the news
The smoke has spoken! Jorge Mario Bergoglio, a.k.a Pope Francis, is the new Pope. He succeeds Pope Benedict XVI.
Delightful dictator Hugo Chavez’s death leaves Venezuela to successor Nicolas Maduro, who will honor Chavez’s ‘I hate North America’ policy.
Successor Job Offers
Italy: Seeking young (<80), hard-working Pope for management position. Large hat provided. Hired
Venezuela: Seeking dictator with military background to govern oil-rich South American nation. Mustache is a plus. Hired
Successor Job Offers (continued)
UK: Seeking royal replacement for aging monarch. Responsibilities: waving and smiling. Perks: jewels and small dogs. Vacant
Middle East: Seeking open-minded peace negotiator to untangle complicated succession situation. Vacant
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