overthrow in Dutch
overthrow in Dutch is ondergang, omverwerpen — overthrow means to remove a government or leader from power by force.
overthrow in Dutch
ondergang
A removal, especially of a ruler or government, by force or threat of force; usurpation.
omverwerpen
(transitive) To bring about the downfall of (a government, etc.), especially by force; to usurp.
What does "overthrow" mean?
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verb To remove a government or leader from power by force.
"The rebels overthrew the dictator after months of fighting."
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noun The forced removal of a ruler or government.
"The overthrow of the monarchy came after years of unrest."
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overthrow in a sentence
- The rebels overthrew the dictator after months of fighting.
- The coup attempted to overthrow the elected president.
- The overthrow of the monarchy came after years of unrest.
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What is "overthrow" in Dutch?
"overthrow" in Dutch is ondergang, omverwerpen. overthrow means: To remove a government or leader from power by force.
How do you use "overthrow" in a sentence?
Example: "The rebels overthrew the dictator after months of fighting." In Dutch, "overthrow" is ondergang, omverwerpen.
Are there other ways to say "overthrow" in Dutch?
Yes — Dutch has 2 translations listed for "overthrow": ondergang, omverwerpen.
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