Cryptic crossword clue
Gave off flashes, and tingled all over 7

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

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The straight part
We know that "Gave off flashes" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case gave off flashes = glinted.
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 GLINTED mean?

GLINTED verb
  1. To flash or gleam briefly.
  2. To glance; to peep forth, as a flower from the bud; to glitter.
  3. To cause to flash or gleam; to reflect.
  4. To dry; to wither.

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