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Свержение
A neuter noun describing the act of removing a leader or government by force. It is derived from the verb 'свергнуть'.
Examples in context
Свержение царя произошло в феврале семнадцатого года.
The overthrow of the tsar took place in February of 1917.
Народ требовал свержения старого режима.
The people demanded the overthrow of the old regime.
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