Cryptic crossword clue
Quack I see usurping last of principate 7

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

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The straight part
We know that "Quack" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case quack = empiric.
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What does EMPIRIC mean?

EMPIRIC noun
  1. A member of a sect of ancient physicians who based their theories solely on experience.
  2. Someone who is guided by empiricism; an empiricist.
  3. Any unqualified or dishonest practitioner; a charlatan; a quack.
EMPIRIC adjective
  1. Empirical.

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