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Term: usurp

Description:

Usurp is a verb that refers to the act of seizing or taking over something, especially a position of power or authority, illegally or without the right to do so. It implies the removal of a rightful owner or occupant and the assumption of their place or authority by force.

Senses:

• Sense 1: To seize or take over a position of power or authority with force and without legal right.
• Sense 2: To wrongfully take possession or control of something that belongs to someone else.

Usages:

Popular Usage:

"The ambitious general attempted to usurp the throne from the rightful king."

"The rebel group planned to usurp the government and establish their own rule."

"Tom managed to usurp his colleague's position by spreading false rumors about him."

Local Usage:

"In our small town, we had a case where a neighbor tried to usurp a piece of land from another neighbor."

"The influential businessman attempted to usurp control of the local council."

"The corrupt official was accused of abusing his power to usurp public funds for personal gain."

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