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oust

1 of 1verb
/aʊst/
Forms:ousts,ousting,ousted,ousted
1

to remove someone from a position or place, often forcefully

C2transitive
  • The shareholders voted to oust the CEO due to financial mismanagement.
  • The citizens rallied to oust the corrupt government officials from office.
  • The board of directors decided to oust the chairman for ethical violations.
  • The rebels ousted the dictator and established a new government.
  • After a vote of no confidence, the team decided to oust the coach for poor performance.