Cryptic crossword clue
Groups arresting Italian criminals 7

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

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

BANDITS noun
  1. One who robs others in a lawless area, especially as part of a group.
  2. An outlaw.
  3. One who cheats others.
  4. An enemy aircraft.
  5. A runner who covertly joins a race without having registered as a participant.

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