Cryptic crossword clue
Very large revolutionary claim is constructed — by this theory? 9

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 9 letter word SOCIALISM

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We know that "by this theory?" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case by this theory? = socialism.
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What does SOCIALISM mean?

SOCIALISM noun
  1. Any of various economic and political theories advocating collective or governmental ownership and administration of the means of production and distribution of goods.
  2. The intermediate phase of social development between capitalism and communism in Marxist theory in which the state has control of the means of production.
  3. Any left-wing ideology, government regulations, or policies promoting a welfare state, nationalisation, etc.

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