Cryptic crossword clue
Most brave, better than all others, inwardly worn out? 7

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

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The straight part
We know that "Most brave," is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case most brave, = boldest.
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 BOLDEST mean?

BOLDEST adjective
  1. Courageous, daring.
  2. Visually striking; conspicuous.
  3. (of typefaces) Having thicker strokes than the ordinary form of the typeface.
  4. Presumptuous, forward or impudent.
  5. Naughty; insolent; badly-behaved.
  6. Full-bodied.
  7. Pornographic; depicting nudity.
  8. Steep or abrupt.

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