Cryptic crossword clue
Sacked party leader, sick and advanced in years 8

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 8 letter word PILLAGED

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The straight part
We know that "Sacked" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case sacked = pillaged.
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What does PILLAGED mean?

PILLAGED verb
  1. To loot or plunder by force, especially in time of war.

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