Cryptic crossword clue
Dull tone largely set by company executive before drink 7

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

I've seen this crossword clue in Financial Times
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What does HUMDRUM mean?

HUMDRUM noun
  1. The quality of lacking variety or excitement.
  2. A stupid fellow.
HUMDRUM adjective
  1. Lacking variety or excitement; dull; boring.

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