Cryptic crossword clue
Anger’s reasonable during test 7

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

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The straight part
We know that "test" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case test = provoke.
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 PROVOKE mean?

PROVOKE verb
  1. To cause someone to become annoyed or angry.
  2. To bring about a reaction.
  3. To appeal.

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