Illegally Seized Crossword Clue

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We've checked our database and believe the answer is USURPED which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is: USURPED

Updated: October 11, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood

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1	99%	7		Exact Match!
2	43%	11		Seized treasure illegally
3	40%	9		Seized a car illegally

About This Clues Answer

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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Source	#Number	Answer
New York Times28 Mar 2005	Across 21
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