uncrown

Example Sentences

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Yes, Jonathan went into the woods to uncrown himself! to empty himself for his friend!

From Sermons on Biblical Characters by Chappell, Clovis G.

In the great human democracy, revolution cannot uncrown the builder of bridges to place upon his throne the builder of pantry shelves.

From Every Soul Hath Its Song by Hurst, Fannie

"Then swear it," he said, "and your king uncrown."

From Satires of Circumstance, lyrics and reveries with miscellaneous pieces by Hardy, Thomas

I’ll be hanged if I uncrown such a noble monarch in that pot fashion!”

From Up the Forked River Or, Adventures in South America by Ellis, Edward Sylvester

Most of the representative city sheets, irrespective of political leanings, had for years been flaying the fifth ward king, seeking to uncrown him.

From The Lash by Lyman, Olin L.