Cryptic crossword clue
Editor and setter in China to resolve differences 7

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

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The straight part
We know that "to resolve differences" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case to resolve differences = mediate.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does MEDIATE mean?

MEDIATE verb
  1. To resolve differences, or to bring about a settlement, between conflicting parties.
  2. To intervene between conflicting parties in order to resolve differences or bring about a settlement.
  3. To divide into two equal parts.
  4. To act as an intermediary causal or communicative agent; to convey.
  5. To act as a spiritualistic medium.
MEDIATE adjective
  1. Acting through a mediating agency, indirect.
  2. Intermediate between extremes.
  3. Gained or effected by a medium or condition.

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