Usage Note
Derrocar refers specifically to the forcible removal of a ruler or government, making it stronger than simply retirar or destituir. The spelling changes to derroquen in the subjunctive to preserve the hard 'k' sound. The noun form is derrocamiento (overthrow).
Examples
"Los rebeldes intentaron derrocar al gobierno."
Natural Translation
The rebels tried to overthrow the government.
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