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(accede to) To assume an office or position
“Shebitku was sole ruler, the first Kushite, in fact, to accede to the throne on Egyptian soil.”
To become a member of an organization
“We include Europe's new members who will accede next year, all ten of whom have been in our support.”
(with a personal objective pronoun) To establish someone or something in a certain position
“Her mum had traveled a great geographical distance to give her moral support and help set up her new business.”
To agree to receive or take receipt of
“James would accept his award as the league's Most Valuable Player while encouraging everyone to chase their dreams.”
To maintain or defend, as a cause or a claim, by words or measures
“By contrast, the pseudosciences uphold their beliefs in an absolute manner as unquestionably true.”
To invite someone somewhere
“Let's ask our new neighbors over for lunch so we can get to know them.”
To serve or wait on
“I will continue to serve this organization with all my energy, wisdom, and passion.”
To accept
“I decided to take the first job I was offered as I was desperate.”
To hold or display a specified thought or emotion
“Always encourage the young boy, so that he will have confidence in his ability.”
To learn or be taught (something)
“As part of my work, I would study foreign cultures and history over a number of years.”
To choose to have something
“I'm still hungry, and I'd like more food if possible.”
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