The crossword solution for the term 'OVERTHROWS, SAY' is ERRS. This is an abbreviation of the verb 'ERRS', which means to make a mistake or to do something wrong. It can also be used to describe the act of overthrowing a government or leader, as in the phrase 'he erred in his attempt to overthrow the government'. In this context, it implies that the person attempting to overthrow the government made a mistake or failed in their attempt.