unseat

Example Sentences

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City Councilmember Nithya Raman, who applauded the mayor at her emergency declaration event, is now looking to unseat her.

From Los Angeles Times • May 27, 2026

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

From Barron's • Apr. 29, 2026

Staying even-tempered at the most famously punishing golf course in the world is a trait which two of the big names hoping to unseat McIlroy also recognise is necessary to succeed there.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

Does he hope the people rise up and unseat the new leader?

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 10, 2026

I'm struggling now in an effort to unseat her, but it's no use.

From "The Hunger Games" by Suzanne Collins