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Overturn
Physical Action
Used when something physically flips or tips, often accidentally

Be careful, or you'll overturn the canoe.
Unexpected Incident
Commonly associated with accidents or unexpected events

A sudden gust of wind overturned the garden umbrella.
Caution in Usage
Often implies a negative event, use with care in sensitive contexts

During the storm, many boats were overturned.
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