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to depose
01
to remove someone from a position of power or authority, often through force or legal action
Transitive: to depose someone in a position of power
Examples
The revolutionaries aimed to depose the tyrannical ruler and establish a democratic government.
The board of directors decided to depose the CEO due to allegations of financial misconduct.
02
to formally provide sworn testimony or evidence, often in writing
Intransitive
Examples
The witness was asked to depose in front of the court about what she saw that night.
He agreed to depose and provide a written statement to support the case.
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