Cryptic crossword clue
Knock out Tory before central part of discussion 7

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

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The straight part
We know that "Knock out" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case knock out = concuss.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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What does CONCUSS mean?

CONCUSS verb
  1. To injure the brain of, usually temporarily, by violent impact.
  2. To force to do something, or give up something, by intimidation; to coerce.

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