unseat

Example Sentences

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Kim’s nuclear program thus far has proven to be a deterrent against military attacks or attempts to forcibly unseat him from power, enabling him to shift his focus to the economy.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

Los Angeles County Sheriff Robert Luna is looking for a second term in office, but he faces a list of candidates looking to unseat him as head of the largest sheriff’s department in the country.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

He has also attempted to unseat another Fed governor, Lisa Cook, over fraud allegations.

From Barron's • Apr. 29, 2026

He looked set to figure in the Thyestes before a last fence unseat but has to be forgiven a very disappointing display last time in the Bobbyjo to merit an each way chance.

From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026

It bent its head, trying to unseat me, which it did, but not before the thorns had pricked and scratched my face, embarrassing me in front of my friends.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela