Cryptic crossword clue
More tacky than a pierced ear, say?

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

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The straight part
We know that "More tacky than" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case more tacky than = gaudier.
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.
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What does GAUDIER mean?

GAUDIER adjective
  1. Very showy or ornamented, now especially when excessive, or in a tasteless or vulgar manner
  2. Fun; merry; festive

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