Takeover

/tˈe‍ɪkə‍ʊvɐ/

/ˈteɪˌkoʊvɝ/

Takeover

the acquisition of control or authority over a government or political system, often through force, coercion, or an election

synonyms : coup

a change by sale or merger in the controlling interest of a corporation

Examples

1. This takeover bid is bound to sound alarm bells at other tech companies.

2. It turned out that the vice president of the company had been orchestrating a hostile takeover when the president's back was turned.

3. The CEO negotiated a golden parachute in her contract to ensure financial security if the company undergoes a takeover.

4. Takeovers sounds a little dangerous.