oust
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His initial rationale—to oust the oppressive regime, so the Iranian people could take over—was always a pipe dream.
From Slate • Jun. 1, 2026
He also said he wants to oust advisers who had been working with the Maduro government, such as Rothschild and the law firm Dentons.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026
Krause, long a Paxton ally, joined the growing list of primary challengers seeking to oust the incumbent.
From Salon • May 23, 2026
It could also put Sir Keir on notice that the party is ready to oust him when they or other leading figures do finally make a move.
From BBC • May 10, 2026
Reiterating that police had framed him as a part of a drive to oust Communists from Chicago, Erlone demanded that the charges upon which he had been originally held be made public.
From "Native Son" by Richard Wright
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