Cryptic crossword clue
Guarding hard border 7

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

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The straight part
We know that "Guarding" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case guarding = hedging.
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 HEDGING mean?

HEDGING verb
  1. To enclose with a hedge or hedges.
  2. To obstruct or surround.
  3. To offset the risk associated with.
  4. To avoid verbal commitment.
  5. To construct or repair a hedge.
  6. To reduce one's exposure to risk.
HEDGING noun
  1. The act of one who hedges (in various senses).

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