
Unseat
Political Context
Used often in political discussions about elections or when someone loses their position.
The senator was unseated after the scandal.
Election Upsets
Commonly describes unexpected or significant changes in leadership during elections.
The long-term governor was unseated by a newcomer.
Corporate Power
Can be used in business to talk about removing someone from a high position.
The CEO was unseated after the merger.
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DefeatDeposeDethroneDisplaceOustOverthrowRemoveTopple
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