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Vocabulary Entry
usurp
|verb • noun
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V
verb
To take a position of power or importance illegally or by force.
Example Sentences
"The general attempted to usurp control of the government."
"She accused him of trying to usurp her authority in the project."
"The coup was a failed attempt to usurp the king's throne."
N
noun
The act of usurping; an illegal or forceful seizure of power.
Example Sentences
"The usurp of the monarchy led to widespread unrest."
"His usurp of the committee chair was challenged by other members."
"The historical usurp created a power vacuum that was quickly filled."