What does the cryptic crossword clue "Hand over power as days unfold (7)" mean?

The definition is "Hand over power". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). D (synonym of "days") + EVOLVE (synonym of "unfold"); definition: "Hand over power" The answer is DEVOLVE.

Hand over power as days unfold (7)

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