Cryptic crossword clue
Now and then fielder in square cowered 7

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

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The straight part
We know that "cowered" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case cowered = quailed.
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.
Sadly, We don't have an explanation for this specific crossword clue yet.

What does QUAILED mean?

QUAILED verb
  1. To waste away; to fade, to wither
  2. To daunt or frighten (someone)
  3. To lose heart or courage; to be daunted or fearful.
  4. Of courage, faith, etc.: to slacken, to give way.
QUAILED verb
  1. To curdle or coagulate, as milk does.

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