overturned

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Weinstein was initially convicted of assaulting Mann in 2020, but that verdict, along with another charge, was overturned in April 2024.

From Los Angeles Times • May 15, 2026

The victims contacted the police following publicity around a parole board panel decision that he was ready for release that was ultimately overturned after a legal challenge by two of his victims.

From BBC • May 14, 2026

When catchers challenge on behalf of their pitchers, which they have done more than 1,100 times, they’ve gotten the call overturned 60% of the time.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 6, 2026

Everton and Manchester United both failed in their appeals to get the red cards, and resulting three-game bans, overturned, so it is unlikely Ballard and Sunderland will be successful should they make a challenge.

From BBC • May 2, 2026

He spun around, rising to his feet, expecting to confront either an attacker or a rodent, but instead saw only a boy cowering behind an overturned desk.

From "City Spies" by James Ponti