Unseat

usgb/ˌʌnˈsiːt/
verb

To remove someone from a position of power or authority.

The mayor was unseated in the recent election.
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Often appears as...

  • unseat a mayor
  • unseat an incumbent
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Political Context

Used often in political discussions about elections or when someone loses their position.

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The senator was unseated after the scandal.
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Election Upsets

Commonly describes unexpected or significant changes in leadership during elections.

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The long-term governor was unseated by a newcomer.
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Corporate Power

Can be used in business to talk about removing someone from a high position.

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The CEO was unseated after the merger.
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