Continue
Continue verb - To remain indefinitely in existence or in the same state.
Taking over is an antonym for continue.
Taking over
Taking over noun - Acquisition of property by descent or by will.
Both terms in one sentence
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These arcs would continue on a lesser scale in Zeo and Turbo, before truly taking over the series with In Space.
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However, in certain boss battles, you're given an option to continue the battle with Mickey Mouse taking over for your party temporarily.
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The MGS Database reveals it WAS Liquid in 2, But Ocelot got the arm removed so he could continue acting like Liquid so he could enact his plan without risk of Liquid taking over again.
Source: Memory Gambit
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