dislodge
/dɪsˈlɑdʒ/
verb
- To force something out of a fixed or secure position.
- She used a toothpick to dislodge the popcorn kernel stuck in her teeth.
- He kicked the door hard to dislodge the jammed lock.
- The strong wind dislodged several roof tiles from the house.
- To remove someone from a position of power or authority.
- The scandal helped dislodge the corrupt mayor from office.
- The challenger tried to dislodge the incumbent in the election.
- It took a vote of no confidence to dislodge the unpopular leader.