Cryptic crossword clue
Conservative fellow got into fray when provoked 7

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

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The straight part
We know that "provoked" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case provoked = chevied.
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 CHEVIED mean?

CHEVIED verb
  1. To chase or hunt.
  2. To vex or harass with petty attacks.
  3. To maneuver or secure gradually.
  4. To scurry.
CHEVIED verb
  1. To coerce or hurry along, as by persistent request.
  2. To subject to harassment or verbal abuse.
  3. To sneak up on or rapidly approach.
  4. To pursue as in a hunt.

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