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évincer

oust, edge out

verb eh-vahn-SEH Rare

Usage Note

Évincer means to push someone aside or remove them from a position, often through cunning rather than force. It is common in political and business contexts — évincer un concurrent means to outmaneuver a competitor. The noun éviction describes the act of ousting or eviction.

Examples

"Il a été évincé du comité directeur."

Natural Translation

He was ousted from the steering committee.

Literal Translation

He has been ousted from the steering committee.

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