Cryptic crossword clue
Gave a hand to Ms Midler in commercial 7

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

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The straight part
We know that "Gave a hand to" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case gave a hand to = abetted.
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 ABETTED mean?

ABETTED verb
  1. To urge on, stimulate (a person to do) something desirable.
  2. To incite; to assist or encourage by aid or countenance in crime.
  3. To support, countenance, maintain, uphold, or aid (any good cause, opinion, or action); to maintain.
  4. To back up one's forecast of a doubtful issue, by staking money, etc., to bet.

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