Cryptic crossword clue
Worked out as French duke in action 7

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

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The straight part
We know that "Worked out" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case worked out = deduced.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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What does DEDUCED mean?

DEDUCED verb
  1. To reach a conclusion by applying rules of logic to given premises.
  2. To take away; to deduct; to subtract.
  3. (Latinism) To lead forth.

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