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Overturn

usgb/ˌəʊvərˈtɜːrn/Volume
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Physical Action

Used when something physically flips or tips, often accidentally

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Be careful, or you'll overturn the canoe.
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Unexpected Incident

Commonly associated with accidents or unexpected events

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A sudden gust of wind overturned the garden umbrella.
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Caution in Usage

Often implies a negative event, use with care in sensitive contexts

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During the storm, many boats were overturned.
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