Cryptic crossword clue
Independent check kept by socialist, fascinated 7

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

I've seen this crossword clue in The Daily Telegraph
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Buddy explains!

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

RIVETED verb
  1. To attach or fasten parts by using rivets.
  2. To install rivets.
  3. To command the attention of.
  4. To make firm or immovable.

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