The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 7 letter word VOLTAGE
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The straight part
We know that "current potential" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case current potential = voltage.The cryptic/wordplay part
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What does VOLTAGE mean?
VOLTAGE noun- The difference in electrostatic potential between two points in space, especially between live and neutral conductors or the earth.