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

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

From Barron's • Apr. 29, 2026

Lionsgate’s “Michael” is on track to unseat “Straight Outta Compton” as the king of musical biopics.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 24, 2026

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

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 10, 2026

Still later, one more attempt was made to unseat Zeus: the Giants rebelled.

From "Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes" by Edith Hamilton