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overturns

/ˌoʊvərˈtɜːrnz/ /ˌoʊvərˈtɝːnz/

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verb

To turn over, capsize or upset.

Examples :

"The strong wind overturns small boats on the lake. "

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To overthrow or destroy.

Examples :

"The strong wind overturns the garbage cans on the street. "

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To reverse (a decision); to overrule or rescind.

Examples :

"The judge overturns the previous ruling, declaring the evidence admissible in court. "

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To diminish the significance of a previous defeat by winning; to make a comeback from.

Examples :

"The basketball team overturns their loss last week by winning a decisive victory in the championship game. "

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