Cryptic crossword clue
Cleaning is man’s work, reach out 7

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

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The straight part
We know that "Cleaning" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case cleaning = mopping.
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.
Sadly, We don't have an explanation for this specific crossword clue yet.

What does MOPPING mean?

MOPPING verb
  1. To rub, scrub, clean or wipe with a mop, or as if with a mop.
  2. To make a wry expression with the mouth.
MOPPING noun
  1. The process of cleaning with a mop.
  2. An application of molten asphalt to a roof etc.

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