Cryptic crossword clue
Most gentle criminal ‘Slim Ted’ 7

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

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

MILDEST adjective
  1. Gentle and not easily angered.
  2. (of a rule or punishment) Of only moderate severity; not strict.
  3. Not overly felt or seriously intended.
  4. (of an illness or pain) Not serious or dangerous.
  5. (of weather) Moderately warm, especially less cold than expected.
  6. (of a medicine or cosmetic) Acting gently and without causing harm.
  7. (of food, drink, or a drug) Not sharp or bitter; not strong in flavor.

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