Cryptic crossword clue
Most nervous side almost gets thrashed 7

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

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

EDGIEST adjective
  1. Nervous, apprehensive.
  2. (entertainment) Creatively challenging; cutting edge; leading edge.
  3. (entertainment) On the edge between acceptable and offensive; pushing the boundaries of good taste; risqué.
  4. Irritable.
  5. Having some of the forms, such as drapery or the like, too sharply defined.
  6. (of a knife or blade) Sharp.
  7. Cool by virtue of being tough, dark, or badass.
  8. Exhibiting behavior that is disconcerting or alarming, sometimes in an effort to impress or to troll others.

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