政治家は大きなスキャンダルによって失脚した。
The politician was ruined by a major scandal.
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He lost his position due to the corruption scandal.
彼はライバルの失脚を虎視眈々と狙っている。
He is vigilantly waiting for the chance of his rival's downfall.
彼は奸智術数を弄して、ライバルを失脚させた。
He used evil tricks to oust his rival.
Usage Notes
Refers to losing one's social position or authority, often due to a failure or scandal.
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