Cryptic crossword clue
Tacky books dismissed by some peers 7

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

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The straight part
We know that "Tacky" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case tacky = viscous.
The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.
This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does VISCOUS mean?

VISCOUS adjective
  1. Having a thick, sticky consistency between solid and liquid.
  2. Of or pertaining to viscosity.

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