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Encroach On Something Crossword Clue

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We've checked our database and believe the answer is USURP which was last seen in the Telegraph Cross Atlantic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is: USURP

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199%5Exact Match!
228%9 Cover or encroach
328%8 To encroach or intrude

About This Clues Answer

We think the answer is "USURP" 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:

  • • "He tried to usurp the throne from his older brother."
  • • "The dictator was able to usurp power with the support of the military."

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