Cryptic crossword clue
Bum has soon, when whipped, come clean 7

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

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The straight part
We know that "come clean" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case come clean = unbosom.
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 UNBOSOM mean?

UNBOSOM verb
  1. To tell someone about (one's troubles), and thus obtain relief.
  2. To free (oneself) of the burden of one's troubles by telling of them.
  3. To confess a misdeed.

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