coup d'etat
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And then real conspiracies usually revolve around singular events like a coup-d'état or an assassination.
From Salon • Mar. 6, 2021
The morning of the 18th was fixed on for the execution of this coup-d'état.
From History of the French Revolution from 1789 to 1814 by Mignet, M. (François-Auguste-Marie-Alexis)
The Mamelukes, who know their Left, recover their self-assurance, throw Ollivier overboard and form a coup-d'état Ministry.
From History of the Commune of 1871 by Lissagary, P.
"It is some coup-d'état which is preparing," murmured D'Harmental.
From The Conspirators The Chevalier d'Harmental by Dumas père, Alexandre
Thus this violation of the law, this coup-d'état against liberty was accomplished.
From History of the French Revolution from 1789 to 1814 by Mignet, M. (François-Auguste-Marie-Alexis)
