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usurp

[yoo-surp, -zurp] / yuˈsɜrp, -ˈzɜrp /


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Kingsbury, the Olympic champion from Pyeongchang 2018, produced a storming run to usurp the high-flying Horishima and take top spot with just Cooper to go.

From Barron's • Feb. 12, 2026

Some advocates feared it would usurp cities’ zoning authority.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 26, 2025

Defending champion Littler, who will usurp Luke Humphries at the top of the rankings if he reaches the final in Wolverhampton, averaged 105.18 in a 16-12 victory.

From BBC • Nov. 15, 2025

Over the decades, technology in the studio has made it possible for the vocally challenged to usurp craftsmanship and talent.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 14, 2025

“If I do not usurp myself, I am.”

From "Brave New World" by Aldous Huxley




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