Cryptic crossword clue
Gets thicker after what's chewed sticks 7

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

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The straight part
We know that "sticks" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case sticks = cudgels.
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 CUDGELS mean?

CUDGELS noun
  1. A short heavy club with a rounded head used as a weapon.
  2. Anything that can be used as a threat to force one's will on another.
CUDGELS verb
  1. To strike with a cudgel.
  2. To exercise (one's wits or brains).

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