What is another word for Usurping?

Pronunciation: [juːzˈɜːpɪŋ] (IPA)

The term "usurping" means taking control of something or someone without permission, typically in a forceful or aggressive manner. Some synonyms for this word include seizing, commandeering, appropriating, taking over, hijacking, seizing, assuming, arrogating, wresting, and expropriating. These words convey a sense of illegitimate or improper use of power, as well as an assertion of dominant authority. Other related terms that may be used interchangeably with usurping include dominating, subjugating, overpowering, and imposing. These words suggest an imbalance of power, with one party exerting excessive control over another. Using synonyms for "usurping" can help to add variety and nuance to your writing, while still conveying the same basic idea.

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Usage examples for Usurping

Who can abstain not only from the Usurping deed, but from the aggressive emotion?
"The Expositor's Bible: The Book of Exodus"
G. A. Chadwick
Would that they could be given here without Usurping the place of more important works!
"Holbein"
Beatrice Fortescue
In that letter I have accused myself of attempting to entrap Mr. Lee, and of Usurping the affections that should belong to his wife.
"Wives and Widows; or The Broken Life"
Ann S. Stephens

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