deposing
Pronunciation: [dɪˈpoʊzɪŋ]
Word
Context: "politics"
(verb) to remove someone from a position of power, usually in a formal way. It’s like saying someone can no longer be in charge, often because of a decision or action.
Example
The military announced they were deposing the leader after the election was contested.
Example
They did not depose the ruler, and he continued to govern as usual.
Example
Why did they decide to depose the president?
Context: "legal"
(verb) to give formal testimony or evidence under oath, usually in a legal setting. It's like telling what you know about something important so that it can be used in a court case or investigation.
Example
The lawyer arranged for the witness to be deposing on the stand about what they saw.
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He did not succeed in deposing anyone, as all the witnesses refused to participate.
Example
Who will be deposing at the trial next week?
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