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Term: a forcible and illegal removal of a government

Noun: Coup

Definition: A forcible and illegal removal of a government, usually by a group of military officers or a political faction.

Example sentences:

1. The coup led to widespread chaos and uncertainty in the country.
2. The military successfully executed a coup, overthrowing the incumbent government.
3. During the coup, key government officials were detained or forced to flee.

Noun: Coup d'état

Definition: A term derived from French, meaning a sudden and decisive seizure of political power within a country, involving a change in the government's leadership.

Example sentences:

1. The revolution resulted in a successful coup d'état and the establishment of a new governing body.
2. The coup d'état occurred during the night, catching the government off guard.
3. International organizations condemned the coup d'état and called for the restoration of democracy.

Adjective: Coup-related

Definition: Relating to or associated with a coup.

Example sentences:

1. Many people were arrested for their alleged coup-related activities.
2. The government launched an investigation into possible coup-related conspiracies.
3. Journalists played a crucial role in reporting on coup-related events.

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