The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 7 letter word OBEYING
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The straight part
We know that "following commands" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case following commands = obeying.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 OBEYING mean?
OBEYING verb- To do as ordered by (a person, institution etc), to act according to the bidding of.
- To do as one is told.
- To be obedient, compliant (to a given law, restriction etc.).