Cryptic crossword clue
Brilliant strike by criminal 7

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

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The straight part
We know that "Brilliant" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case brilliant = lambent.
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 LAMBENT mean?

LAMBENT adjective
  1. Brushing or flickering gently over a surface.
  2. Glowing or luminous, but lacking heat.
  3. Exhibiting lightness or brilliance of wit; clever or witty without unkindness.

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