Cryptic crossword clue
Minor actor with the potential to make a piercing contribution? 5,7

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 5 plus 7 letter word SPEAR CARRIER

I've seen this crossword clue in The Daily Telegraph
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What does SPEAR CARRIER mean?

SPEAR CARRIER noun
  1. A person in a play or movie with a minimal part; an extra.
  2. (by extension) One who serves in a subordinate or menial role.
  3. One who plays a leading or substantial role as a supporter, proponent, etc. representing a group, cause, or point of view.

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