verb🔗ShareTo seize power from another, usually by illegitimate means."The younger brother often usurps his older brother's video game time by starting a new game when the older brother is away. "politicsgovernmentactionlawroyalChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
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verb🔗ShareTo take the place rightfully belonging to someone or something else."The new manager usurps the team leader's authority by making decisions without consulting her. "politicsgovernmentlawactionrightChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb🔗ShareTo make use of."The student usurps the leadership role in the school play, taking charge of rehearsals. "politicsgovernmentlawactionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
