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We think the answer is "USURPED" which means:
- verb
- • Seize and take control without authority and possibly with force; take as one's right or possession
- • Take the place of
An example sentence would be:
- • "The usurped throne was later reclaimed by the rightful heir."
- • "The usurped lands were returned to their original owners."
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New York Times06 Mar 2014 | Across 47 | |
New York Times06 Aug 1999 | Across 17 | |
New York Times22 Dec 1998 | Across 32 | |
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