Cryptic crossword clue
Most merciful king in Germany shows tenderness at first 7

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

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

KINDEST adjective
  1. Having a benevolent, courteous, friendly, generous, gentle, liberal, sympathetic, or warm-hearted nature or disposition, marked by consideration for – and service to – others.
  2. Affectionate.
  3. Favorable.
  4. Mild, gentle, forgiving
  5. Gentle; tractable; easily governed.
  6. Characteristic of the species; belonging to one's nature; natural; native.

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