Sentence examples for took over positions from inspiring English sources
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.
"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.
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.
Herder took over these positions in the 1760's and retained them throughout his career.
Abu Musa was backed by Syrian troops as his men took over PLO positions and arms depots in Syria and in the Syrian-controlled Bekaa Valley in eastern Lebanon.
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.
It is believed that he took over the position of ealdorman of York in 966, holding the position until his downfall in 975.
