The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 7 letter word TRACKED
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The straight part
We know that "Followed" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case followed = tracked.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.
Sadly, We don't have an explanation for this specific crossword clue yet.
What does TRACKED mean?
TRACKED verb- To continue over time.
- To follow the tracks of.
- To make tracks on.
- To create a musical recording (a track).
- To make sense; to be consistent with known information
- Mounted on tracks.