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topple

[ˈtɒpl]

topple Definition

  • 1overbalance or cause to overbalance and fall
  • 2remove (a government or person in authority) from power; overthrow

Using topple: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "topple" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The strong winds toppled the trees.

  • Example

    The statue toppled over during the earthquake.

  • Example

    The dictator was toppled from power after months of protests.

  • Example

    The company's CEO was toppled by a shareholder revolt.

topple Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for topple

Idioms Using topple

  • to collapse or fail suddenly and completely

    Example

    The company's finances were so fragile that they toppled like a house of cards when the economy took a downturn.

  • to upset a plan or situation, often unintentionally

    Example

    The unexpected announcement from the CEO toppled the apple cart and caused chaos in the company.

  • to lose one's position of power or influence

    Example

    The aging politician was finally toppled off his perch by a younger, more dynamic opponent.

Phrases with topple

  • to fall over or collapse

    Example

    The stack of books toppled over when I bumped into the table.

  • to fall down suddenly and violently

    Example

    The old building finally toppled down after years of neglect.

  • to remove someone from a position of authority or control

    Example

    The corrupt government was toppled from power by a popular uprising.

Origins of topple

from Old Norse 'topp', meaning 'tuft of hair'

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Summary: topple in Brief

The verb 'topple' [ˈtɒpl] means to fall over or cause something to fall over, as in 'The strong winds toppled the trees.' It can also mean to remove someone from a position of power or authority, as in 'The dictator was toppled from power after months of protests.' 'Topple' is often used in phrases like 'topple over' and idioms like 'topple like a house of cards,' which means to collapse suddenly and completely.