Cryptic crossword clue
Agitated rugby fan initially ran away

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

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The straight part
We know that "Agitated" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case agitated = ruffled.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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What does RUFFLED mean?

RUFFLED verb
  1. To make a ruffle in; to curl or flute, as an edge of fabric.
  2. To disturb; especially, to cause to flutter.
  3. To grow rough, boisterous, or turbulent.
  4. To become disordered; to play loosely; to flutter.
  5. To be rough; to jar; to be in contention; hence, to put on airs; to swagger.
  6. To make into a ruff; to draw or contract into puckers, plaits, or folds; to wrinkle.
  7. To erect in a ruff, as feathers.
  8. To beat with the ruff or ruffle, as a drum.
  9. To throw together in a disorderly manner.
RUFFLED adjective
  1. Having ruffles.
  2. Puffed up like a bird's feathers.
  3. Bothered.

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