OMG Only needing one answer this week!!! totally stumped on it - think I have all letters correct?
72d) ousted (a leader) H?P?C?D
I have CARING for the C - warmly affectionate
I have HEADS for the H - one side of a coin
I have POINSETTIA for the P - plant with red leaves
I have DUEL for the D - contest for two