The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 7 letter word COELIAC
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The straight part
We know that "figure of restricted cheer?" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case figure of restricted cheer? = coeliac.The cryptic/wordplay part
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What does COELIAC mean?
COELIAC noun- Someone who has coeliac disease.
- Relating to the abdomen, or to the cavity of the abdomen.
- Abbreviation of coeliac disease; used attributively.