Dislodge from a powerful position Crossword Clue

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Understanding Today's Crossword Puzzle

The clue "Dislodge from a powerful position" is a classic example of a cryptic crossword clue where the answer "UNHORSE" fits perfectly. Let's break down why this answer matches the clue:

1. Dislodge: The word "dislodge" suggests moving or removing someone or something from a particular position forcefully.
2. From a powerful position: This part of the clue indicates that the target of the action is in a position of strength or influence.
3. UNHORSE: The word "UNHORSE" specifically means to throw or knock someone out of the saddle, typically in a literal sense related to horseback riding, but can be metaphorically applied to removing someone from a position of power or influence.

Putting it all together, "UNHORSE" encapsulates the idea of forcefully removing someone from a place of power, making it the fitting answer to the clue "Dislodge from a powerful position."

Definition of "UNHORSE"

drag or cause to fall from a horse

Example :

having unhorsed each other, the two men finished the fight on foot

her mission is to unhorse fashionable literary figures and theories

 The Crossword clue "Dislodge from a powerful position" published 1 time/s & has 1 answer/s. 

Crossword	Date	Answer
The Telegraph General Knowledge	1 May 2016	UNHORSE