Definition of «overturn»

The verb "to overturn" means to turn something upside down or inside out, to reverse its position or condition. This can refer to a physical act, such as turning an object or vehicle on its side, or it can mean changing a decision, law, or system of government. In legal contexts, the term often refers specifically to overturning a conviction or reversing a court's ruling.

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The appellate court decided to overturn the lower court's ruling.
The investigation uncovered new evidence that could potentially overturn the conviction.
The activists are determined to overturn the discriminatory law.
The athlete's appeal was successful, leading to the overturn of her suspension.
The board of directors voted to overturn the CEO's decision and implement a new strategy.
The Supreme Court's decision could overturn decades of legal precedent.
The public outcry forced the government to overturn its unpopular policy.
The landslide caused several cars to overturn on the highway.
The storm's strong winds caused several trees to overturn in the park.
The team managed to overturn a two-goal deficit and win the match in the final minutes.

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55 - 45 stuff that you're not supposed to overturn in replay. (sbnation.com)
How can a court overturn a constitutional amendment approved by the voters? (legalblogwatch.typepad.com)
The deep ocean and surface water don't overturn because of differences in density, so the exchange is via global circulation. (realclimate.org)
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