assume command

Examples (10)

• The new general is scheduled to assume command tomorrow.
• After the captain was injured, the first officer had to assume command of the ship.
• She will assume command of the entire marketing department next month.
• In the event of a crisis, the designated successor must assume command immediately.
• Assuming command of a failing company is a daunting task.
• When did he officially assume command of the task force?
• If the project manager resigns, who will assume command?
• The vice president, next in line, was expected to assume command without hesitation.
• In 1942, General Eisenhower was appointed to assume command of the European Theater of Operations.
• His primary duty was to assume command and restore order among the troops.