Cryptic crossword clue
Encouraging firm cutting 7

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

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The straight part
We know that "Encouraging" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case encouraging = coaxing.
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 COAXING mean?

COAXING verb
  1. To fondle, kid, pet, tease.
  2. To wheedle, persuade (a person, organisation, animal etc.) gradually or by use of flattery to do something.
  3. To carefully manipulate into a particular desired state, situation or position.
COAXING noun
  1. The act of one who coaxes.

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