Cryptic crossword clue
Precipitating a change of leader in having a rest 7

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

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What does CAUSING mean?

CAUSING verb
  1. To set off an event or action.
  2. (ditransitive) To actively produce as a result, by means of force or authority.
  3. To assign or show cause; to give a reason; to make excuse.

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