Cryptic crossword clue
Arbitrator’s swallowing deceit from substitutes 7

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

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

RELIEFS noun
  1. The removal of stress or discomfort.
  2. The feeling associated with the removal of stress or discomfort.
  3. Release from a post or duty, as when replaced by another.
  4. The person who takes over a shift for another.
  5. Aid or assistance offered in time of need.
  6. Court-ordered compensation, aid, or protection, a redress.
  7. A lowering of a tax through special provisions; tax relief.
  8. A certain fine or composition paid by the heir of a tenant upon the death of the ancestor.
RELIEFS noun
  1. A type of sculpture or other artwork in which shapes or figures protrude from a flat background.
  2. The apparent difference in elevation in the surface of a painting or drawing made noticeable by a variation in light or color.
  3. The difference of elevations on a surface.
  4. The supposed projection of a charge from the surface of a field, indicated by shading on the sinister and lower sides.

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