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usurp
verb(u-surp)
seize and take control without authority and possibly with force; take as one's right or possession
Synonyms: arrogate, assume, seize, take over,
Examples:
He usurped my rights.
usurp
verb(u-surp)
take the place of
Examples:
Gloom had usurped mirth at the party after the news of the terrorist act broke.

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usurp Examples by Brain Bank Users

By: Jamie
Republicans believe the former government usurped the water ways in order to protect the environment.

Anger usurped euphoria after the coup.