unseat

Example:The new legislation aimed to unseat the old government and establish a new political order.

Definition:To remove someone from a position of authority or power, such as a king or a leader.

Example:The revolution eventually unseated the king and led to the establishment of a republic.

Definition:To remove a king from his throne, often used figuratively to mean to overthrow a powerful leader.

Example:Another championship victory unseated the previous year's champions and solidified their position at the top of the league.

Definition:To remove a team from a dominant position in a sport or competition.

Example:The scandal ultimately unseated a long-time political ally and caused a rift in the party.

Definition:To remove a political ally from a position of influence or support, often in a political context.

Example:The underdog team surprisingly unseated the defending champions in the final match.

Definition:To remove a champion from their position of victory in a competition.