Cryptic crossword clue
Ate nothing around the end of June, then ate a lot

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

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The straight part
We know that "ate a lot" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case ate a lot = feasted.
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 FEASTED mean?

FEASTED verb
  1. To partake in a feast, or large meal.
  2. To dwell upon (something) with delight.
  3. To hold a feast in honor of (someone).
  4. To serve as a feast for; to feed sumptuously.

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