Sentence examples for taking over positions from inspiring English sources

Rebels of the Free Syrian Army put out a statement saying that Palestinians from the PFLP-GC had been taking over positions abandoned by the Syrian Army, including checkpoints and sniper posts.

After taking over positions that had been captured by the 1st Brigade, the battalion defended the trenches against repeated Turkish counterattacks and, in the process, four of its members performed acts of gallantry that later led to them receiving the Victoria Cross (VC), the nation's highest military decoration.

"They have taken over positions of power within the academy.

Mr. Lewis and Mr. Shuman will take over positions on the board formerly occupied by Stan O'Neal, the chairman of Merrill Lynch, and Howard Wilson, a lawyer.

The Sunday Times claims that Corbyn supporters have taken over positions in Benn's Leeds Central constituency party and he is facing the threat of deselection in the seat.

The I&R platoon took over positions on a ridge top immediately northwest of Lanzerath that were formerly occupied by part of the 2nd Infantry Division.

These differences in working attitudes result in gender-different career opportunities: males taking over leadership positions and females looking after their patients' needs.

Playing right field at Yankee Stadium, he succeeded George Selkirk, who had taken over the position when Ruth departed.

However, he made frequent starts at third base, and by June, he had taken over the position.

Mario was taking over a position normally occupied by Dominic Cipollone, the sauté chef.

Mr. Bernanke, 51, will be taking over a position that has waxed and waned in its influence over the years.