Cryptic crossword clue
Most elegant sides rest fitfully

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 9 letter word DRESSIEST

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

DRESSIEST adjective
  1. Elegant, smart or stylish.
  2. Fond of dressing up; keen on fashion.

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