Cryptic crossword clue
Excelled on range, though not in photo 7

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

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The straight part
We know that "Excelled on range" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case excelled on range = outshot.
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 OUTSHOT mean?

OUTSHOT verb
  1. To score more goals than the other side in a goal sport such as hockey or soccer
  2. To fire a gun more accurately than.
OUTSHOT noun
  1. An extension to a building.

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