Takeover (Noun)
Meaning 1
A sudden and decisive change of government illegally or by force.
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The coup led to a sudden takeover by the military regime, ending years of civilian rule.
- Rumors of a possible takeover by the opposition party had been circulating for months.
- The city was plagued by fear of a takeover by a radical militia group.
- Analysts predict a peaceful takeover of power by the new democratically-elected government.
- Fearing a takeover, the outgoing administration tightened security and limited freedoms.
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Meaning 2
A change by sale or merger in the controlling interest of a corporation.
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.