Cryptic crossword clue
Call from opponent in the box, ending in penalty 7

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

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The straight part
We know that "Call" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case call = tantivy.
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Crossword Answer definitions

TANTIVY noun
  1. A rapid gallop
  2. The sound of a hunting horn in imitation of a galloping horse
TANTIVY verb
  1. To hurry off.
TANTIVY adverb
  1. At full tilt

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