upended

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There’s surging power demand — mostly due to massive build-out in data centers to fuel AI — that’s upended a once sleepy corner of the market.

From MarketWatch • May 18, 2026

Egyptian smallholders have seen their lives upended by the war in Iran, with soaring fertiliser and energy prices forcing many to lay off workers and reduce the amount of land they farm.

From Barron's • May 15, 2026

The carrier was expected to induct dozens of new planes to its fleet, but deliveries are running late because of supply chain shortages, which has upended the replacement schedule.

From BBC • May 12, 2026

The Coandas live not far from Hathaway, and their lives have been upended first by Barbara’s diagnosis and then by John getting laid off in February from his job as a data analyst.

From Los Angeles Times • May 9, 2026

Tyrion yanked the drawstring and upended the bag.

From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin