Cryptic crossword clue
Girl was deceitful and ventured forth 7

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

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The straight part
We know that "ventured forth" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case ventured forth = sallied.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does SALLIED mean?

SALLIED verb
  1. To make a sudden attack (e.g. on an enemy from a defended position).
  2. To set out on an excursion; venture; depart (often followed by "forth.")
  3. To venture off the beaten path.

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