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Overthrowing

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Definition

To remove someone or something from a position of power or authority by force.

Synonyms & similar words

bringdown override reverse overrule overturn subvert overthrow toppling subverting upsetting dethroning displacing deposing defeating vanquishing conquering ousting overpowering overcoming removing dislodging unseating supplanting usurping replacing abolishing

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