Cryptic crossword clue
I must stop cup-holder showing less respect 7

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

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The straight part
We know that "showing less respect" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case showing less respect = saucier.
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 SAUCIER mean?

SAUCIER adjective
  1. Similar to sauce; having the consistency or texture of sauce.
  2. Impertinent or disrespectful, often in a manner that is regarded as entertaining or amusing; smart.
  3. Impudently bold; pert.
  4. Sharp; pungent; piquant.
  5. Mildly erotic.
SAUCIER noun
  1. In a large professional kitchen, a cook responsible for preparing sauces and for sauteing foods on demand.
  2. Ellipsis of saucier pan (a chef's pan)
SAUCIER noun
  1. Sauce pan (a pan used to cook up a sauce)
  2. Sauce boat (a pitcher, dish, or, bowl, used to serve sauce)

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