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overthrow

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Definitions

v.

To remove a ruler or government from power by force; to overturn or knock down.

推翻（政权），颠覆；打倒

n.

The forcible removal of a ruler or government from power.

推翻，颠覆（政权）

🧩 Root Breakdown

Native English
overthrowother
=overthrow

Common Collocations

  • 1.overthrow the government推翻政府
  • 2.overthrow a regime推翻政权

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    The revolution successfully overthrew the oppressive regime after decades of struggle.

  • 2.

    The military coup attempted to overthrow the democratically elected government.

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