ousted

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Chinese leader Xi Jinping ousted Politburo member Ma Xingrui for alleged severe violations, the third such ouster in six months.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

He was ousted in the country's most recent coup in 2021 by Doumbouya, who went on to win presidential elections last year.

From BBC • Mar. 26, 2026

Travis Kalanick, Uber’s ousted founder, and Anthony Levandowski, the tarnished O.G. of the Google car project, returned to the scene in a dramatic way.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 22, 2026

Hanging on the wall is a large portrait of Iran's last shah, Mohammad Reza Pahlavi, who was ousted in the Islamic revolution and died in exile.

From Barron's • Mar. 13, 2026

When the Professor saw Mina smile—a positive smile ousted the anxiety of his face; he rubbed his hands as he said:—

From "Dracula" by Bram Stoker