Cryptic crossword clue
After short time fellow in charge becomes stupid 7

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 7 letter word MORONIC

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The straight part
We know that "stupid" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case stupid = moronic.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does MORONIC mean?

MORONIC adjective
  1. Having a mental age of between seven and twelve years
  2. Behaving in the manner of a moron; idiotic; stupid

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