Cryptic crossword clue
If writer runs during play, kid gets excited 7,7

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 7 plus 7 letter word RUDYARD KIPLING

I've seen this crossword clue in The Guardian
R
U
D
Y
A
R
D
K
I
P
L
I
N
G

Buddy explains!

The straight part
We know that "If writer" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case if writer = rudyard kipling.
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.
Sadly, We don't have an explanation for this specific crossword clue yet.

Latest crossword clues with full explanations