oust
verb (used with object)
to expel or remove from a place or position occupied.
ousts
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present tense formof oust (3rd person singular).present tense
Used to describe things happening now or regularly.
Example Sentences
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Plus, defense contractor L3Harris Technologies ousts its CEO following an investigation.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 18, 2026
Whether with Cal, the Rams or the Lions, quarterback Jared Goff has proven to be the impetus behind bad teams turning great as Detroit ousts Rams.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 15, 2024
GameStop ousts its C.E.O. and elevates its top shareholder.
From New York Times ● Jun. 8, 2023
If the NFL ousts Snyder — and takes control of the team — would that re-open the door for Bezos?
From Washington Times ● Feb. 26, 2023
Is it John that across the Atlantic Stamps Pat Order's foe ever known; And declares him a nuisance gigantic, Till Yankee Home-Rule ousts his own?
From Punch, or The London Charivari, Vol. 62, January 20, 1872 by Various
