overturn

Example Sentences

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Neither of these cases directly overturn the precedents in Massachusetts v.

From Salon • Mar. 25, 2026

Dr. Dorstyn noted that the findings overturn the assumption that inhibiting Caspase-2 is always beneficial.

From Science Daily • Mar. 23, 2026

The Magic crowd — announced at 19,597 as the second-largest in Magic history, trailing only last year’s game against the Lakers that drew one more person — was confident that referees would overturn it.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 22, 2026

I suspect a majority of the justices will be sensible enough to overturn him here as well.

From Slate • Mar. 21, 2026

After the midday meal, I contrived to overturn the pitcher that held the tea water, dumping it on the floor.

From "Chains" by Laurie Halse Anderson