overthrown

Example Sentences

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The regime that had ruled Iran since the Shah was overthrown in 1979 was on the way out.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

“I’m happy because the Ayatollah was overthrown, and for the freedom,” he said.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 6, 2026

Saddam Hussein of Iraq was overthrown in 2003 by a huge US-led invasion force.

From BBC • Feb. 28, 2026

And they paid dearly with an overthrown line-out hacked on by Bielle-Biarrey for Gailleton to charge 50 metres downfield before Ramos finished off the counter-attack in the corner.

From Barron's • Feb. 22, 2026

The whispers were fanciful and improbable: the youth of Soweto had overthrown the military and the soldiers had dropped their guns and fled.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela