Cryptic crossword clue
Be unwell in attack of ill-health leading to rescue 4,3

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 4 plus 3 letter word BAIL OUT

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The straight part
We know that "rescue" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case rescue = bail out.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does BAIL OUT mean?

BAIL OUT noun
  1. A rescue, especially a financial rescue.
  2. The process of exiting an aircraft while in flight.
  3. (underwater diving) A backup supply of air in scuba diving.

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