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as in to topple
to remove from a position of prominence or power (as a throne)
a military junta deposed the dictator after he had bankrupted the country
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as in to situate
to arrange something in a certain spot or position
deposed her fan and gloves on the dressing table
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Recent Examples of depose
Speaking of the Yankees, their pitching coach Matt Blake says the booing isn’t helping deposed closer Devin Williams.
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Ken Rosenthal, New York Times, 29 Apr. 2025
At the center of the defense team’s argument was Khalil Quinan, the former lead prosecutor on the case, who withdrew after a judge ruled he could be deposed and questioned under oath about his access to the material.
—Milena Malaver, Miami Herald, 22 May 2025
Sauer made his request following a lower court's decision to allow a government watchdog to depose DOGE staffers to gain greater understanding of the department's workings, arguing it should be subjected to the same rules which apply to any federal agency.
—Dan Gooding
gabe Whisnant, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 May 2025
Klarna recently deposed rival Affirm to become Walmart’s exclusive BNPL provider.
—J.j. McCorvey, NBC news, 20 May 2025
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Ken Rosenthal, New York Times, 29 Apr. 2025
At the center of the defense team’s argument was Khalil Quinan, the former lead prosecutor on the case, who withdrew after a judge ruled he could be deposed and questioned under oath about his access to the material.
—Milena Malaver, Miami Herald, 22 May 2025
Sauer made his request following a lower court's decision to allow a government watchdog to depose DOGE staffers to gain greater understanding of the department's workings, arguing it should be subjected to the same rules which apply to any federal agency.
—Dan Gooding
gabe Whisnant, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 May 2025
Klarna recently deposed rival Affirm to become Walmart’s exclusive BNPL provider.
—J.j. McCorvey, NBC news, 20 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for depose
Verb
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Sabalenka had toppled the Polish star Iga Swiatek, winner of the past three consecutive French Opens, in the semifinal.—
NPR,
NPR,
7 June 2025
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Any shift on the key issues could topple the high-wire act needed to please House and Senate Republicans.—
Benjamin Siegel,
ABC News,
7 June 2025
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Recalling her birthday in 2023, Jane testified that Combs took her out to dinner and seemed loving and sweet.—
Samira Asma-Sadeque,
People.com,
6 June 2025
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Although a strong past supporter, Gov. Maura Healey will not be among those testifying on behalf of District Court Judge Shelley Joseph on Monday.—
Peter Lucas,
Boston Herald,
6 June 2025
Verb
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The renowned luxury hotel is situated just a few blocks from Lake Michigan and not too far from the Near West Side, where Harpo Studios, Winfrey’s multimedia production company, was located at the time.—
Joyce Chen,
Architectural Digest,
30 May 2025
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This resort along the Lesser Antilles features Vincy Overwater Two-Story Villas, spacious suites situated in a secluded cove with a dedicated second-floor deck offering ocean views.—
AFAR Media,
AFAR Media,
30 May 2025
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Dodgers dethroned as our top 3 sees a major shakeup P.S.—
The Athletic UK Staff,
New York Times,
30 May 2025
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Despite the former Penn State Nittany Lion ruling the league last season in Philadelphia’s backfield and the Eagles dethroning the Kansas City Chiefs in dominating fashion in the Super Bowl, Saquon landing in Philly last year wasn’t a sure thing.—
Scott King,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2025
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Every hard-working American deserves a living wage that helps put a roof over their head and food on the table–$7.25 an hour doesn't even come close.—
/ CBS News,
CBS News,
10 June 2025
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Fox One is launching by the fall, and puts sports at the forefront of its overall offering.—
John Cassillo,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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Paulo Fonseca was sacked in December, while the end of the season saw the club decide to end Sergio Conceicao’s tenure after an eighth-place finish.—
Adam Digby,
Forbes.com,
4 June 2025
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Former Porto head coach Conceicao was sacked after just five months in charge on Thursday following a disappointing eighth place finish in Serie A that saw the club miss out on European qualification for 2025-26.—
James Horncastle,
New York Times,
30 May 2025
Verb
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After each pitch, Fry, who is working through a throwing program, placed the baseball in a machine that sent it back to Bieber.—
Zack Meisel,
New York Times,
2 June 2025
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At the championships, Hernandez placed first in the triple jump, tied for first in the high jump with two other competitors, and placed second in the long jump.—
Samantha Riedel,
Them.,
2 June 2025
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Congressional Republicans, many of whom had also grown annoyed with Musk over the last few months, have largely dismissed the billionaire’s fiery opposition to the bill.—
Phil Mattingly,
CNN Money,
6 June 2025
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For example, recent reports about the potential for automotive production to be curtailed due to rare earth mineral shortages should not be dismissed.—
Zev Fima,
CNBC,
6 June 2025
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“Depose.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/depose. Accessed 14 Jun. 2025.
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