Cryptic crossword clue
Good conclusion to bad action film 7

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

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Buddy explains!

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

COATING verb
  1. To cover with a coating of some material.
  2. To cover like a coat.
  3. To clothe.
COATING noun
  1. A thin outer layer.
  2. Cloth for making coats.
  3. A telling-off; a reprimand.

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