Cryptic crossword clue
Frantic race to cover cheek with measuring equipment 7

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

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The straight part
We know that "measuring equipment" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case measuring equipment = caliper.
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 CALIPER mean?

CALIPER noun
  1. (usually plurale tantum) Uncommon variant of calipers.
  2. The part of a disc brake that holds the brake pads.

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