overturn

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In the 33 completed seasons since the Premier League's inception in 1992, only nine teams have overturned a six-point deficit after 23 games or more to survive.

From BBC

“A churning wall of mud, trees, and debris swallowed Camp Baker, overturning bulldozers and trucks like toys,” said duBeth.

From Literature

Nighthand glared and made an imperious gesture into a pile of stacked boxes, which overturned with a clatter.

From Literature

Planning permission for a new development on the site at Creeslough was granted last year but was later overturned following an appeal by the bereaved families.

From BBC

The Federal Supreme Court therefore partially overturns the contested award and refers the case back to the CAS for a new ruling, taking into account the probative value of the audio-visual recording in question.”

From Los Angeles Times