Cryptic crossword clue
Knock over sketch and get let off 7

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

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The straight part
We know that "Knock over/Knock over" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case knock over/knock over = skittle.
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.

What does SKITTLE mean?

SKITTLE noun
  1. One of the wooden targets used in skittles.
SKITTLE verb
  1. To play skittles.
  2. To beat comprehensively.
  3. To knock down.

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